Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) (Amendment) Bill 2025

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• Gardaí can now conduct biometric analysis (fingerprints, facial recognition, DNA) in specified circumstances under new powers.
• Government must create codes of practice setting rules and safeguards for how gardaí use biometric analysis tools.
• Amends 2023 Recording Devices Act to add biometric powers; practical effect is expanded police identification capabilities with oversight guidelines.

Stage timeline

1. First Stage 34th Dáil

   11 Dec 2025
2. Second Stage 34th Dáil

   18 Dec 2025
3. Committee Stage 34th Dáil

   3 Mar 2026
4. Report Stage 34th Dáil

   3 Mar 2026
5. Fifth Stage 34th Dáil

   13 May 2026