The proposed rulemaking focuses on the collection of biometric information from international visitors. Biometric information is a metric or calculation extracted from or related to human characteristics.
This collection includes children biometrics, adding serious concerns in case of privacy breaches. Misidentifying a person can lead to serious consequences on families and individuals.
FRT is still a technology that often misidentifies dark skin color and women. The proposed rulemaking does not address racial bias and other civil and human rights concerns. Bias against people of color makes this technology unjust. Particularly when used in the context of law enforcement.
The City of Portland strives to be a welcoming place for everyone. The Smart City PDX team is working on Digital Justice strategies for Portlanders and visitors.
These strategies include:
privacy and information management practices;
policies for the use of surveillance technologies;
enhancement of public participation through digital services.
These comments opposing using face recognition technologies are supported by:
Mayor Ted Wheeler
Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty
Director Andrea Durbin, Bureau of Planning and Sustainability
Director Dr. Markisha Smith, Office of Equity and Human rights
Director Suk Rhee, Office of Community and Civic Life