HB 2953

This bill, the Consumer Data Protection Act, establishes a framework for consumer data privacy in West Virginia. It requires businesses to maintain privacy policies, allows consumers to request copies of their personal data, and grants them the right to have that data deleted or corrected. The bill also prohibits discrimination against consumers who exercise these rights and empowers the Division of Consumer Protection to enforce the law and establish rules for data handling. It defines key terms related to data privacy, including biometric information and business purposes, and creates a private cause of action for consumers.