This bill amends RSA 179:8 to prohibit certain licensees from electronically recording or storing personal information obtained from identification cards. Specifically, it allows licensees to scan approved forms of identification to verify the age of individuals purchasing alcohol or tobacco products, but it explicitly states that they cannot record, retain, or store any identifying information in electronic form. The prohibited information includes a person's photograph, social security number, driver identification number, name, address (excluding the 5-digit zip code), telephone number, and any medical or disability information.

The new legal language inserted into the law clarifies that while scanning for age verification is permitted, the retention of personal data is strictly forbidden. The bill aims to enhance privacy protections for individuals by ensuring that sensitive personal information is not stored electronically by licensees. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an effective date of August 30, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 263:12
As Amended by the House: 179:8
Version adopted by both bodies: 179:8
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 179:8