News: Expansion of State-Level Data Privacy Laws in the U.S. – December 2024
2024-12-11
All Data in Trust
As of December 2024, 20 U.S. states have enacted comprehensive data privacy laws, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of protecting personal information in the digital age. These laws aim to provide consumers with greater control over their data while imposing significant compliance requirements on businesses.
States with Enacted Data Privacy Laws
The following states have passed comprehensive privacy legislation, many of which have already come into effect or are slated for implementation soon:
- California – California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
- Colorado – Colorado Privacy Act
- Connecticut – Connecticut Data Privacy Act
- Delaware – Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act
- Indiana – Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
- Iowa – Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act
- Kentucky – Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act
- Maryland – Maryland Online Data Privacy Act
- Minnesota – Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act
- Montana – Montana Consumer Data Privacy Act
- Nebraska – Nebraska Data Privacy Act
- New Hampshire – New Hampshire Data Privacy Act
- New Jersey – New Jersey Data Privacy Act
- Oregon – Oregon Consumer Privacy Act
- Rhode Island – Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act
- Tennessee – Tennessee Information Protection Act
- Texas – Texas Data Privacy and Security Act
- Utah – Utah Consumer Privacy Act
- Virginia – Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act
- Washington – Washington Privacy Act (pending confirmation from the latest tracker updates).
Key Features of State Privacy Laws
While the specifics vary, most laws include:
- Rights for Consumers: Access to personal data, the right to correct inaccuracies, delete personal information, and opt-out of data sales or targeted advertising.
- Business Obligations: Data security measures, transparency requirements, and limitations on the use of sensitive personal information.
- Enforcement: Fines for non-compliance, with some states granting consumers the right to take legal action.
Challenges for Businesses
This patchwork of laws creates significant challenges for businesses operating across multiple states. Companies must adopt flexible data management strategies and invest in compliance programs to navigate differing legal requirements effectively.
Looking Ahead
The momentum toward comprehensive state privacy laws continues, and 2025 may bring further legislative activity in other states. For businesses, keeping abreast of these changes is critical to avoiding compliance risks and ensuring consumer trust.
