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MN SF4351

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Robert Farnsworth

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Origin

Senate

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • Requires individuals' consent before collecting biometric data, defined as facial images/features, retina/iris scans, fingerprints, voiceprints, and hand/face geometry used for identification

  • Prohibits selling, leasing, or disclosing biometric data except with consent for identification in cases of disappearance/death, to complete authorized financial transactions, as required by law, or in response to a law enforcement warrant

  • Mandates deletion and destruction of biometric data within one year after the collection purpose expires; employer-collected employee biometric data must be deleted within one year of employment termination

  • Violations subject to civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation, enforceable by the Attorney General

  • Exempts voiceprint data retained by financial institutions or their affiliates as defined under federal law (15 U.S.C. § 6809)

Legislative Description

Consent requirement for certain biometric data collection

Last Action

Referred to Commerce and Consumer Protection

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce and Consumer Protection3/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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