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Maryland lawmakers approve 'strongest' facial recognition rules for law enforcement yet | StateScoop
The Maryland General Assembly this week unanimously passed legislation limiting how law enforcement agencies in the state can use facial recognition technology. It’s now on its way to Gov. Wes Moore’s desk for a signature and could become active as soon as Oct. 1.
The legislation, SB182 and HB338, limits law enforcement’s use of facial recognition systems to specific uses and outlines measures agencies must take to document and publish how they use the technology during investigations. Maryland follows a handful of other states that have passed restrictions on use of the controversial technology, but some are calling the state’s regulations the “strongest” so far.
Under the new law, using facial recognition technology in Maryland would be limited to the investigations of certain crimes, including violent crime, human trafficking, child abuse, child pornography, hate crimes, certain weapons crimes and criminal acts that involve “circumstances presenting a substantial and ongoing threat to public safety or national security.” Law enforcement would also not be allowed to use facial recognition on images or recordings of individuals engaging in protected activity, such as protest, unless there is reasonable suspicion to believe the individual has committed a crime, the bill reads.
The law would also prohibit using facial recognition on a sketch or other manually produced image and ban the use of facial recognition for real-time identification. Other limitations include what types of images facial recognition technologies can compare input images to, which is limited to driver’s license image databases maintained by state agencies and mugshot databases maintained by local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. This includes agencies in other countries.
The facial recognition regulations would also limit how the technology can be used during criminal proceedings. Facial recognition matches could not, for example, be used during a criminal proceeding as the sole basis to establish probable cause, but they could be used during a preliminary hearing or in connection with the issuance of an arrest warrant. During those hearings, matches generated from facial recognition technology could only be used to establish probable cause or make a positive identification if the results are supported by additional, independently obtained evidence that corroborates the match.
During criminal proceedings, the state would also be required to disclose if facial recognition was used during an investigation and provide information about the database that was searched — as well as all matches that were generated — during the judicial discovery period.
The legislation would require the state’s Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services to administer a training program for law enforcement officers regarding the use of facial recognition technology by the end of June 2026. Additionally, law enforcement agencies that use facial recognition systems would be required to publish a report by the start of February each year disclosing all uses of the technology.
Maryland follows a handful of other states that have moved to regulate the tech. Some, such as Vermont, have opted to allow use of facial recognition only for certain investigatory purposes. Others have set more stringent guardrails, such as those created by a 2020 Massachusetts law that require police to obtain a warrant to use the technology and create a commission to study use of the technology and suggest additional regulations.
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Maryland prepared to move forward with Baltimore’s State Center development after receives $58 million settlement
BALTIMORE — Maryland’s Board of Public Works approved a $58.5 million settlement Wednesday to resolve longstanding litigation over Baltimore’s State Center development project, clearing the way for new development plans after nearly two decades of delays.
The settlement will be paid in two installments: $40 million before Dec. 9, and the remaining $18.5 million following the 2025 legislative session, no later than July 1, 2025.
“The delays caused by the ongoing litigation have created questions about the future of State Center, delayed critical planning, and blocked much-needed investment and redevelopment in the City of Baltimore,” Gov. Wes Moore said.
The dispute dates back to 2006, when the Ehrlich administration first proposed redeveloping State Center through a public-private partnership. The project stalled due to lawsuits, and the Hogan administration canceled it in 2016, leading to additional litigation. A 2022 attempt to transfer ownership to Baltimore City never materialized due to ongoing legal issues.
Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman praised the resolution, noting that delays had created unnecessary costs for taxpayers. Treasurer Dereck Davis called the settlement a path toward “visionary redevelopment.”
Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott welcomed the agreement, calling the settlement “a critical first step” in moving the project forward.
The governor’s office will establish a work group of state and city leaders to review existing plans, conduct community outreach, and develop recommendations for the site’s future use.
A Maryland police officer was struck head on by a suspected drunken driver while on duty early Thursday morning.
The Laurel officer’s SUV was struck by a dark-colored Kia about 2:30 a.m. on Van Dusen Road near Laurel Oaks Lane while he was responding to a call, police said. The officer was taken to a hospital and is home recovering.
“As he was traveling towards 95, he saw a vehicle coming towards him,” Deputy Police Chief Mark Plazinski said. “That vehicle crossed the double yellow line. He tried to avoid the vehicle, but it struck him head on.”
Plazinski said it was an incredibly close call and the officer is lucky to be alive.
The suspect was not injured. He was cited for driving under the influence, police said.
“I implore everybody, you know, if you’re gonna be drinking, make sure you have a sober driver,” Plazinski said. “If you’re hosting a party, make sure your guests have a sober ride home. Take a taxi; take a ride share.”
In December 2015, Montgomery County police Officer Noah Leotta was struck and fatally injured by a drunken driver while working on a holiday DUI enforcement task force. His death led to Noah’s Law, passed in 2016, which requires ignition interlock devices to be installed in the cars of those convicted of drunken driving in Maryland. A loophole allowing thousands of drunken drivers to avoid the program every year was closed in the latest Maryland legislative session.
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Iowa Hawkeyes (6-4, 4-3 Big Ten) vs. Maryland Terrapins (4-6, 1-6 Big Ten) Preview:
The 6-4 Iowa Hawkeyes travel to College Park, Maryland, to take on the 4-6 Terrapins.
Some may think Iowa’s six wins at this point of the season is bad. However, the Hawkeyes should not be discouraged. This was a season in which they had to replace key members on the defense and implement an entirely new offensive system.
They have had some bright moments, including their road win in Minnesota and a thumping of Washington, Wisconsin, and Northwestern.
They will also be looking to bounce back from their road loss to UCLA prior to last week’s bye.
With their success, there must be some discussion about Kaleb Johnson. The junior running back has moved higher on draft boards with great play this season. The Ohio native has rushed for 1,328 yards and 20 touchdowns. His 1,328 yards lead the Big Ten, and the closest player to him is still nearly 300 yards away.
The season for Maryland was always going to be a challenge replacing the production of Taulia Tagovailoa. Billy Edwards Jr has been good in his stead. He’s thrown for 2,855 yards and 15 touchdowns.
The issue for Maryland this season has been on the defensive side of the ball. They will need to sure up their defense if they wish to pick up their second Big Ten win of the season.
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Game Details & How to Watch Iowa vs. Maryland:
- Date: Saturday, November 23, 2024
- Time: 12:00 PM EST
- Site: Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium (Byrd Stadium)
- City: College Park, MD
- TV/Streaming: Big Ten Network
Game Odds for Iowa at Maryland via BetMGM:
- Moneyline: Iowa (-230), Maryland (+195)
- Spread: Iowa -6.5
- Total Over/Under: 45.5
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- Indiana +15000 to -500
- Tennessee +180 to -135
- Colorado +2000 to -120
Betting Insights and Predictions
NBC Sports Bet’s Brad Thomas is leaning towards Over 45.5 points…
Thomas: “Auto betting the under on Iowa is a thing of the past. They are scoring more this season, and their defense is noticeably worse. It’s likely hard to believe, but Iowa is 8-2 to the over this season. Maryland is 7-3. These teams both give up too many points. The over will consistently be in play.
Names to Know for Iowa vs. Maryland:
- Iowa Hawkeyes: RB Kaleb Johnson—Johnson, one of the top running backs in this upcoming NFL Draft, has been the offense for the Iowa Hawkeyes. He has a Big Ten-leading 1,328 yards. Johnson averages 7.1 yards per carry and has found the endzone 21 times.
- Maryland Terrapins: QB Billy Edwards Jr. – Edwards Jr. has thrown for 2,885 yards, 15 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions.
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Betting Trends & Insights Ahead of Iowa at Maryland:
- Iowa is 8-2 to the OVER this season
- Maryland is 7-3 to the OVER this season
- Maryland has covered in its last 3 games as a home underdog
- Iowa has lost 4 of its last 5 on the road
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