S 71·VT·senate
An act relating to consumer data privacy and online surveillance
Signed into LawFiled Feb 18, 2025
Sponsor: Alison Clarkson (D)
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Senate Message: Signed by Governor June 16, 2026
May 29, 2026
Summary
The bill adds Chapter 61A to Vermont statutes, establishing a Data Privacy and Online Surveillance Act. It defines who is a consumer, what counts as personal, biometric and health data, and sets clear standards for obtaining consent before data is processed. The goal is to give Vermonters stronger control over how companies collect, use, and share their information.
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