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File #: TMP-12343    Version: 1 Name: Biometric Data Collection Ordinance
Type: Ordinance Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 3/18/2026 In control: City Council
On agenda: 3/31/2026 Final action:
Title: Amending Toledo Municipal Code by enacting Chapter 557 "Biometric Data Collection".
Sponsors: Theresa Gadus
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Text Amendment of TMC, Biometric Data Collection
Council Member Gadus


Title
Amending Toledo Municipal Code by enacting Chapter 557 "Biometric Data Collection".

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SUMMARY & BACKGROUND:
In response to increased federal immigration enforcement efforts, this ordinance is part of a package of policies that are intended to provide clarity to both its employees and the public as to the City's involvement with immigration enforcement efforts. The City does not operate any services for the purpose of federal immigration laws and enforcement of civil immigration is under the sole authority of the federal government. Toledo is home to thousands of immigrants, refugees, and their families who all make this city their home and in light of recent immigration enforcement efforts, Council feels an obligation to enact policies that demonstrate our support and protection for those residents.

Summary
NOW THEREFORE Be it ordained by the Council of the City of Toledo:

SECTION 1. That Toledo Municipal Code Chapter 557 entitled "Biometric Data Collection" is enacted.

SECTION 2. That Toledo Municipal Code ?557.01 is enacted to state as follows:

?557.01 Definitions

For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions apply:

(a) Biometric data means a physiological or biological characteristic that, singly or in combination, is used to identify, or assist in identifying, an individual, including, but not limited to:
(i) a retina or iris scan,
(ii) a fingerprint or voiceprint,
(iii) a scan of hand or face geometry, or any other identifying characteristic.

(b) Place of public accommodation means a business, an educational institution, or a refreshment, entertainment, recreation, health, or transportation facility of any kind, whether licensed or not, whose goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations are extended, offered, sold, or otherwise made available to the public.

(c) Responsible person means a...

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