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WV HB5567
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Laura Kimble
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AI Summary
- Requires private entities collecting biometric identifiers (fingerprints, iris scans, voiceprints, face or hand geometry scans) to obtain written consent after informing individuals of the purpose and retention period
- Mandates companies develop public retention policies and destroy biometric data when the original purpose is satisfied or within three years of last interaction, whichever comes first
- Prohibits selling, leasing, trading, or profiting from biometric identifiers or information
- Allows individuals to sue for violations with damages of $1,000 per negligent violation or $5,000 per intentional/reckless violation, plus attorney's fees
- Exempts government agencies, healthcare data covered by HIPAA, financial institutions under Gramm-Leach-Bliley, and data used in legal proceedings
Legislative Description
Biometric Information Privacy Act
Actions, Suits and Liens
Last Action
To House Health and Human Resources
2/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Health & Human Resources2/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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