Posts tagged Testimony

Lawmakers may limit use of facial recognition software by police in Maine

The Portland Press Herald reports on a proposed Maine state bill that would limit the use of facial recognition technology by police and state agencies, which LAP testified in support of, citing the technology’s known racial bias. Read more…

Guest UserMay 25, 2021Facial Recognition, Racism, Testimony, Advocacy, Legislation

See the Maine police oversight bills and who’s supporting and opposing them

The Bangor Daily News overviews 24 bills under consideration by the Maine State Legislature relating to criminal justice reform and police oversight. ILAP provided testimony in support of several, including LD 417 and LD 132. Read more…

Guest UserApril 26, 2021Criminal Justice, Advocacy, Testimony, Legislation

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