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Prohibition on Federal Biometric Databases for US Citizens

This bill aims to prohibit the federal government from establishing or maintaining databases containing biometric data of US citizens, such as fingerprints or facial scans. This means the government would not be able to collect or store information about your identity based on biological characteristics, intending to protect your privacy.
Key points
The federal government would be prohibited from creating or maintaining databases with citizens' biometric data.
The ban includes data like fingerprints, iris patterns, and facial features.
The goal is to protect citizens' privacy from government collection of their biometric information.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3693
Sponsor: Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5]
Process start date: 2025-06-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To prohibit the Federal Government from establishing or maintaining a database that contains data collected through, or facilitates, the biometric identity verification of a citizen of the United States, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3693.

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 2025-06-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The federal government would be prohibited from creating or maintaining databases with citizens' biometric data.
  • The ban includes data like fingerprints, iris patterns, and facial features.
  • The goal is to protect citizens' privacy from government collection of their biometric information.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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