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Transport Legislation Amendment (Identity Matching Services) Bill 2021

Uniform Legislation and Statutes Review Committee· 10 August 2021general_report

The WA parliamentary committee reviewed the Transport Legislation Amendment (Identity Matching Services) Bill 2021, finding it impacts parliamentary sovereignty. The Bill enables sharing of identifying information via the National Driver Licence Facial Recognition Solution. The committee recommends amendments to address concerns about regulation-making powers and review processes.

Impact

The Bill affects all WA residents who hold a driver's license or photo card, as their identifying information could be shared. It also affects government agencies and potentially private sector entities involved in identity matching services. The recommendations aim to protect individual privacy and ensure parliamentary oversight.

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