The Biometric Autonomy Liberty Law aims to regulate the handling of biometric data in Nebraska, establishing that such data is the property of the individual from whom it is collected. The bill prohibits both private and public entities from coercing individuals into using implantable devices or providing biometric data without written consent. It requires entities that collect biometric data to create public policies regarding data retention and destruction, ensuring that data is only collected for specific purposes and retained for limited durations. Additionally, the bill mandates secure storage and transmission of biometric data and emphasizes the necessity of obtaining written consent for any disclosures.

The legislation also introduces provisions that reinforce the importance of individual consent, declaring any waiver obtained without written consent as void and unenforceable. It clarifies that the Biometric Autonomy Liberty Law does not interfere with the legal admission of biometric data or conflict with existing laws like the Data Privacy Act and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. The bill outlines specific exemptions, including emergency medical care and certain uses of facial recognition technology, and specifies that it will not apply to biometric data collected for security purposes or healthcare operations. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.