An Act prohibiting motor vehicle tracking devices without consent
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill prohibits the installation and use of motor vehicle tracking devices without the explicit consent of the vehicle’s owner. The goal is to protect individuals’ privacy by preventing unauthorized monitoring of their vehicles’ movements. It aims to ensure that people have control over whether their vehicles are tracked and used for data collection.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the installation of motor vehicle tracking devices without consent.
- Requires vehicle owners to provide explicit consent before tracking devices can be used.
- Defines ‘motor vehicle tracking device’ to include devices that record location data.
- Establishes penalties for violating the law.
- Addresses the use of tracking devices by law enforcement and private entities.
- Clarifies that consent must be informed and freely given.
- Specifies that consent can be revoked at any time.
- Requires manufacturers to disclose tracking device capabilities.
Who is affected
- Vehicle Owners
- Motor Vehicle Manufacturers
- Law Enforcement Agencies
- Private Companies Utilizing Tracking Technology
- Consumers
Notable changes
- Currently, there may be limited requirements for obtaining consent before installing tracking devices.
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Sponsors
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8 on record
Primary sponsor
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
David K. Muradian Jr.
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