Effective 1-1-2026.
Sec. 4. (a) "Biometric data" means data that:
(1) is generated by automatic measurements of an individual's biological characteristics, such as a fingerprint, a voiceprint, images of the retina or iris, or other unique biological patterns or characteristics; and
(2) is used to identify a specific individual.
(b) The term does not include:
(1) a physical or digital photograph, or data generated from a physical or digital photograph;
(2) a video or audio recording, or data generated from a video or audio recording; or
(3) information collected, used, or stored for health care treatment, payment, or operations under HIPAA.