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Ban on Biometric Technology in Federally Assisted Housing

This bill aims to protect the privacy of residents in federally supported housing. It prohibits property owners from using facial recognition and other biometric technologies for surveillance. This ensures residents' personal data is not exploited, promoting fair and non-discriminatory access to housing.
Key points
Owners of federally assisted housing units will be prohibited from using facial recognition, fingerprints, iris scans, or voice recognition for surveillance.
The ban applies to housing covered by public assistance programs, including public housing and homeless assistance programs.
The act seeks to prevent discrimination and ensure privacy in access to affordable housing.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development will report on past use of these technologies and their impact on residents.
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Print number: 118_HR_5358
Sponsor: Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]
Process start date: 2023-09-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Biometric Barriers to Housing Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5358.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Owners of federally assisted housing units will be prohibited from using facial recognition, fingerprints, iris scans, or voice recognition for surveillance.
  • The ban applies to housing covered by public assistance programs, including public housing and homeless assistance programs.
  • The act seeks to prevent discrimination and ensure privacy in access to affordable housing.
  • The Department of Housing and Urban Development will report on past use of these technologies and their impact on residents.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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