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New Colorado Bill Approves Use of Facial Recognition Technology for School Security Despite Other Restrictions
Updated Oct. 24, 2025 On April 18, 2025, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed into law SB25-143, which became effective July 1, 2025. For certain authorized applications, the measure conditionally lifted a moratorium on new contracting for facial recognition technology by Colorado public schools in place since 2022, and extended this prohibition with respect only to…
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Security Industry Association Supports California Legislation Providing Retail Security Tax Credit
Modeled on legislation passed in New York in 2024, California AB 976 would offer small retailers a tax credit for security improvements. SILVER SPRING, Md. – On March 24, 2025, the Security Industry Association (SIA) testified before the California Assembly Committee on Revenue and Taxation in support of California Assembly Bill 976, legislation that would…
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2024 Post-Election Recap: Security Industry Outlook
SIA’s government relations team shares highlights of the 2024 election and what they may mean for security industry companies and SIA members. National Elections With a 2024 presidential election that was decided more quickly than any of the leading pollsters expected, Republicans have now won a trifecta of power in Washington, D.C., flipping the White…
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SIA Guide to Cannabis Security Requirements
SIA is pleased to introduce the SIA Guide to Cannabis Security Requirements in response to the need for more centralized information regarding the state-by-state requirements in the cannabis industry where applicable.
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State of New York Provides Retailers With Tax Credit for Security Improvements
What Retailers Need to Know About Using New York’s Retail Security Tax Credit On April 20, 2024, the New York State legislature passed its annual budget measure for fiscal year 2025 which addresses multiple priorities and enacts key proposals from Gov. Kathy Hochul. Of significance to New York business owners, workers and consumers, the measure…
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State Legislative Update: 2024 Legislation Impacting the Security Industry
With most state legislative sessions across the United States now adjourned for the year, here are key outcomes on myriad issues that security industry leaders and companies should be paying close attention to. The Security Industry Association (SIA) government relations staff and volunteers work diligently throughout the year on efforts that matter to our members…
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Nation’s Strongest Regulations for Law Enforcement Use of Facial Recognition Technology Go Into Effect: Key Provisions of Maryland’s New Law
The only U.S. state to pass legislation specifically addressing facial recognition technology this year, Maryland’s new law was signed by Gov. Wes Moore on May 26, 2024, and went into effect on Oct. 1. The measure establishes uniform statewide standards applicable to any state or local agency that uses facial recognition technology in criminal investigations.…
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Update on California AI Measures After Conclusion of the 2024 Regular Legislative Session
Sept. 30, 2024, looms as the deadline for California Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign or veto any bills cleared by the legislature and sent to the governor’s office by the end of its regular session. There were some surprises on AI legislation with implications for discussions across the nation on AI policy, with key outcomes…
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California Bills Would Impact Artificial Intelligence, Shape Security
Movement on AI, Other Measures in California’s 2024 Legislative Session As California’s legislature enters the last days of its legislative session that ends Aug. 31, 2024, it’s do-or-die time for key legislation on artificial intelligence (AI) that has been discussed and debated over for months. The Senate and Assembly Appropriations Committees faced an Aug. 15…
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What to Know About Illinois’ New Biometric Data Requirements
Key considerations and implications for security industry companies regarding the new Illinois BIPA reform proposal On Aug. 2, 2024, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a major Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) reform into law. The reform proposal received approval back in May within the Illinois House of Representatives with a 81-30 vote, after clearing the Illinois…
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