HB 5123
Consumer Data Protection Act
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill, the Consumer Data Protection Act, aims to protect West Virginia residents’ personal data privacy. It establishes rights for consumers to access, correct, delete, and opt-out of the sale or sharing of their information with businesses. The bill also creates a private right of action for consumers harmed by data breaches and requires businesses to maintain clear privacy policies and implement security measures. The West Virginia Division of Consumer Protection will be responsible for enforcing these provisions and establishing related rules.
Key provisions
- Defines key terms such as ‘personal information,’ ‘business,’ and ‘sale’ to clarify the scope of the law.
- Grants consumers the right to request a copy of their personal data collected by businesses.
- Provides consumers with the right to request deletion or correction of their personal information.
- Allows consumers to opt-out of the sale or sharing of their personal information with third parties.
- Prohibits discrimination against consumers who exercise their data privacy rights.
- Establishes a private cause of action for consumers harmed by data breaches or violations of the law.
- Empowers the West Virginia Division of Consumer Protection to enforce the law and create implementing rules.
- Requires businesses to maintain a privacy policy and provide a mechanism for consumers to opt-out of data sharing.
Who is affected
- Consumers in West Virginia
- Businesses operating in West Virginia
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