DHS Eyes Face Scans: Comment on Biometric Tech Now
Published Date: 5/5/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security is asking for approval to collect info about biometric technology, like fingerprints or face scans. They already asked for public feedback and got one comment, so now they’re giving everyone 30 more days to share thoughts. This affects anyone involved with biometric tech and helps DHS improve how they use these cool tools without costing extra money or time.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
30-Day Public Comment Extension
DHS is giving the public an extra 30 days to comment on its information collection about biometric technology. DHS previously published the request on July 25, 2024 for a 60-day comment period and received one comment, so this notice extends the chance to respond by 30 more days.
DHS Biometric Data Information Collection
DHS is asking OMB to approve collecting information about biometric technology, including fingerprints and face scans. The notice says this collection is meant to help DHS improve how it uses biometric tools and will not cost extra money or time.
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