SB-21 is a bill that would end secret surveillance by CA law enforcement agencies by mandating use polices, impact reports and biannual audits for all surveillance equipment and technology used in CA. SB-21 subjects all spying to an upfront process for local government approval and disclosure to the public. Before it’s used, not afterwards.
The bill just passed the CA State Senate on May 31 by a 21-15 vote and is headed to the Assembly. If you haven’t already emailed your state reps, do so here.
San Jose Mercury News Editorial Board endorsement of SB-21.
A California Mayor’s First Hand Account Of The Need For Surveillance Transparency
San Diego Tribune Op-Ed on SB-21