Providing timely updates and perspectives on current events, legislation, regulatory enforcement, and a myriad of other topics that pertain to the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of data.
California Court Delays Enforcement of CPRA Regulations; as Enforcement on Originally Passed Statute Begins.
The updated California data protection law itself is now in effect and enforceable as of July 1, 2023; however, enforcement of the regulations—which clarify key provisions of the law—is delayed.
REMINDER: One Month Until Colorado and Connecticut Data Protection Laws take Effect; California Enforcement Poised to Begin.
Enacted in 2022, the laws in Colorado and Connecticut will now join California’s and Virginia’s laws in placing broad obligations and requirements on businesses’ data collection and use practices.
FTC Implements Broad Definition of Biometric Information; Increases Focus on Data Protection Impact Assessments
While States like Illinois, Texas, and Washington focused on opt-in consent; the FTC is focused on clear and conspicuous disclosures and accounting and planning for foreseeable harms related to the collection of biometric information.