government transparency

This bill clarifies what the Department of Health may require of parents to obtain a birth certificate.
While some might argue that the courts should later decide the appropriate balance between law enforcement's interest and personal privacy, courts have been inconsistent in their rulings, and it could take years to get a solution — if the technology is even discovered and challenged. It's up to the states to actively protect individuals' civil liberties.
This bill attempts to increase transparency regarding government's collection of individuals' personal data.
Utah needs to take privacy much more seriously than it has in the past. State and local agencies will continue to rely on technology to improve how government works, but we should understand the risks today instead of continually repairing mistakes later.
This bill will require further transparency for taxpayer funded entities which often operate without oversight and public awareness.

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