New York Biometrics in Schools Ban (statewide prohibition on
New York State (Education Law / biometrics ban) — New York Biometrics in Schools Ban (statewide prohibition on facial recognition purchase/use)
New York State (Education Law / biometrics ban) · New York Biometrics in Schools Ban (statewide prohibition on facial recognition purchase/use)
- Status
- In effect
- Took effect
- September 1, 2023
- Applies to
- New York State (Education Law / biometrics ban)
Effective September 2023 following the NYSED Commissioner determination, all New York schools are prohibited from purchasing or using facial recognition technology, making NY the first state with such a comprehensive school ban.
Who is protected: People subject to this body's AI/surveillance systems.
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | New York State (Education Law / biometrics ban) |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Strength | Limited |
| Citation | New York Biometrics in Schools Ban (statewide prohibition on facial recognition purchase/use) |
| Topics | education AI · children's online safety · facial recognition · biometric data · consumer data privacy · government use of AI |
| News report | New York bans facial recognition technology in schools | K-12 Dive |
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- CA AB 2148 no-AI school employees (2026) · Enacted (not yet in effect)
- FCPS formal generative AI restrictions — elementary ban, secondary authorization required · In effect
- NYC DOE Generative AI Moratorium (K-8, 2026-27) · In effect
- SF5231 · Expired
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