Acquisition and use of facial recognition technology by government entities prohibited.

HF 3661 prohibits state and local government entities, including law enforcement agencies, from acquiring, using, or entering agreements with private companies to obtain facial recognition technology. The bill defines "face surveillance" as automated systems identifying individuals based on facial features and bans all government use of such systems. It includes enforcement mechanisms: evidence from violations cannot be used in court, affected individuals can sue for $1,000 per violation (minimum), and officials violating the law may face disciplinary action. The law takes effect August 1, 2026, and directly affects government agencies' technology use.