Therriault Proposes Capitol Security Camera Policy
Rules Would Restrict Use of Footage

Juneau – Senate Minority Leader Gene Therriault announced today he will ask the Legislative Council to approve a security camera policy that would prohibit the use of video footage for anything other than security, law enforcement, or enforcement of Capitol building policies.

The policy states that the “purpose of video monitoring is to deter and prevent theft or destruction of equipment, other criminal activity, and unauthorized entries. Information obtained through video monitoring may only be used for security or law enforcement purposes.”

“When my constituents come to Juneau to visit with me, they shouldn’t have to be concerned that someone is tracking their every movement,” Therriault said. “Likewise, my legislative colleagues should feel free to come and go to discuss policies under consideration during the session.”

The policy would require the destruction of video monitoring footage after 30 days unless retention is ordered by the Legislative Council because the material is part of an investigation, relevant to a criminal investigation, or relevant to a court proceeding.

“The need for the policy stems from concerns that arose during the heated oil tax debate last year about the possible misuse of video footage to monitor traffic in and out of offices,” Therriault said.