To prohibit the Federal Government from using facial recognition technology as a means of identity verification, and for other purposes.

# Summary of HR 3782 **What the Bill Would Do** HR 3782 would ban the federal government from using facial recognition technology to verify people's identities. If passed, federal agencies could no longer rely on this technology as an official method to confirm who someone is for government services, benefits, or other purposes. The bill appears to be a straightforward prohibition, though the full details of any exceptions or implementation methods are not specified in the available information. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect federal government agencies and the public they serve.

Citizens and visitors interacting with federal agencies—whether applying for benefits, crossing borders, accessing services, or undergoing security screening—could be impacted if those agencies currently use or planned to use facial recognition for identification purposes. It could also affect private companies that contract with the federal government to provide identification services. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Andrew Ogles (R-TN) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. At this stage, it remains in the early phase of the legislative process and would need committee approval before advancing further.