TOWARD A BIOMETRIC PRIVACY ACT TO PROTECT INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS: WHAT THE UNITED STATES CAN LEARN FROM THE EUROPEAN UNION AND CHINA.

The article delves into the necessity of a Biometric Privacy Act in the United States, drawing insights from the European Union and China. It examines the advantages and drawbacks of biometric technology, current practices and legal frameworks in the US, China, and the EU, and the urgency for federal regulations to safeguard privacy and civil liberties. The text also touches upon state-specific biometric laws like Illinois' Biometric Privacy Information Act and the US Supreme Court's position on constitutionally safeguarded privacy rights. Furthermore, it mentions local regulations on biometric surveillance and identification, underscoring the significance of striking a balance between privacy concerns and technological progress. [Extracted from the article]