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HB513 — AL, US
HB513 is an AI governance legislation from AL, currently introduced. HB513 aims to establish state-level oversight for biometric identifier handling and create new background check services. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2025-05-01.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Authority / governing body
- Alabama Legislature
- Chamber
- House
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline for enactment; bill is under legislative consideration.
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Justice Information Commission | Be established and govern the collection, dissemination, and use of biometric identifiers. | upon enactment | — |
| Alabama Justice Information Commission | Establish and administer the Alabama Background Check Service, authorizing types, uses, and fees for certain background checks for noncriminal justice purposes. | upon enactment | — |
| Alabama Justice Information Commission | Establish and administer the Alabama Rap Back Program and provide for penalties. | upon enactment | — |
| certain entities | Comply with new provisions regarding the collection, dissemination, and use of biometric identifiers. | upon enactment | — |
| certain entities | Comply with rules and fees for background checks conducted through the Alabama Background Check Service for noncriminal justice purposes. | upon establishment | — |
| certain entities | Adhere to the regulations and penalties established by the Alabama Rap Back Program. | upon establishment | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- general_counsel Monitor the progress of HB513 through the Alabama Legislature. (ongoing)
- compliance_officer Identify current biometric data collection, dissemination, and use practices within the organization that would be subject to this bill. (upon enactment of bill)
- cto Assess technical systems for compliance with potential new requirements for biometric data handling and background checks. (upon enactment of bill)
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- medium
- Procurement categories
- security_tooling, hr_tech
Vendors providing biometric identification, background check, or identity management solutions to entities in Alabama will need to demonstrate compliance with new state-level regulations and potentially integrate with state-established services like the Alabama Background Check Service.
Sample vendor questions
- How do your services ensure compliance with Alabama's proposed biometric data regulations (e.g., HB513) for collection, storage, and use?
- What mechanisms are in place to integrate with or provide data for the Alabama Background Check Service or Rap Back Program?
- Can your systems facilitate necessary reporting or auditing related to biometric identifier usage as required by the Alabama Justice Information Commission?
Intelligence briefs (1)
Alabama HB513: Biometric Identifier Collection and Dissemination by State Entities
HB513 aims to establish state-level oversight for biometric identifier handling and create new background check services.
This bill introduces new state-level definitions and control mechanisms for biometric data, impacting privacy and AI system deployer obligations in Alabama.
Deadline: No fixed deadline for enactment; bill is under legislative consideration.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is HB513?
- Alabama House Bill 513 (HB513) proposes to regulate the collection, dissemination, and use of biometric identifiers by “certain entities” under the purview of the Alabama Justice Information Commission [1]. The bill also seeks to establish the Alabama Background Check Service for noncriminal justice purposes and the Alabama Rap Back Program, while repealing existing law related to criminal history information release [2]. Primary source →
- Why does HB513 matter?
- This bill introduces new state-level definitions and control mechanisms for biometric data, impacting privacy and AI system deployer obligations in Alabama. Primary source →
- Who does HB513 affect?
- Organizations operating within Alabama that collect, disseminate, or use biometric identifiers, especially those involved in background checks or criminal justice information, would be within scope. This includes entities that may deploy AI systems for biometric identification, verification, or other related analytical purposes, as their data handling practices would likely need to align with the new commission's oversight and established services. The jurisdiction is specifically the state of Alabama. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for HB513?
- No fixed deadline for enactment; bill is under legislative consideration. Primary source →
- What is the current status of HB513?
- As of the last published update, HB513 is at the "introduced" stage. Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for HB513?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill/8847038. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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