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S0146 — RI, US
S0146 is an AI governance legislation from RI, currently introduced. Rhode Island S0146 proposes to prohibit facial and biometric recognition technologies in online betting applications [2]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2023-02-02.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Bill status
- introduced
- Authority / governing body
- RI General Assembly
- Chamber
- senate
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — status is 'proposed legislation'
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| deployer | Online betting applications shall not use facial recognition technology or biometric recognition. | Upon enactment | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- compliance_officer Monitor legislative progress of Rhode Island Senate Bill S0146. (Ongoing)
- cto Identify existing uses of facial recognition or biometric recognition within online betting applications. (Upon bill passage)
- general_counsel Assess the legal implications and develop a compliance plan if the bill is enacted. (Upon bill passage)
- product_manager Plan for removal or replacement of facial recognition/biometric features in online betting products. (Upon bill passage)
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- other
Vendors providing AI solutions, particularly identity verification or security features, to online betting applications in Rhode Island would need to ensure their offerings do not include facial or biometric recognition technologies as defined by this bill.
Sample vendor questions
- Does your AI solution involve facial recognition or biometric recognition?
- Can your solution be configured to operate without using facial or biometric recognition in specific jurisdictions like Rhode Island?
- How do you ensure compliance with state-specific prohibitions on biometric data use?
Intelligence briefs (1)
Rhode Island Bill Proposes Ban on Facial/Biometric Recognition in Online Betting
Rhode Island S0146 proposes to prohibit facial and biometric recognition technologies in online betting applications [2].
This initiative signals a potential expansion of AI-specific restrictions into regulated gambling sectors, influencing technology choices for deployers.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — status is 'proposed legislation'
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is S0146?
- Rhode Island Senate Bill S0146 proposes a prohibition on facial recognition and biometric recognition technologies within online betting applications [2]. The bill defines "biometric recognition" as "the automated recognition and identification of an" [1]. This legislative proposal aims to restrict specific AI-powered identity verification methods in a regulated industry, reinforcing that the act "would prohibit the use of facial recognition technology and biometric recognition" [3]. Primary source →
- Why does S0146 matter?
- This initiative signals a potential expansion of AI-specific restrictions into regulated gambling sectors, influencing technology choices for deployers. Primary source →
- Who does S0146 affect?
- Organizations operating online betting applications in Rhode Island are directly within scope. This includes entities that currently leverage or are considering deploying facial recognition or general biometric recognition systems for purposes such as identity verification, fraud prevention, or secure access within their platforms. The prohibition is specific to these technologies in the identified application type. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for S0146?
- No fixed deadline — status is 'proposed legislation' Primary source →
- What is the current status of S0146?
- As of the last published update, S0146 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "introduced". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for S0146?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at file://webserver/wwwroot/Billtext/BillText23/SenateText23/S0146.htm. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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