Bill > SB1286

This bill prohibits automakers and other motor vehicle service providers from collecting, sharing, selling, or offering for sale driver data without the explicit consent of the vehicle's owner or lessee. The legislation defines "driver data" as information collected from a user's interactions with a motor vehicle, including personal details, driving behavior patterns, geolocation data, and vehicle usage information. The bill requires that consent notifications must be clear and conspicuous, meaning they must be provided in a standalone, easy-to-understand disclosure that explains the specific categories of data being collected, the purpose of collection, and the consumer's rights. Consent must be an affirmative opt-in action, cannot be inferred from inaction or continued product use, and must be revocable at any time. The bill applies only to new vehicles or software updates and includes specific exemptions, such as data sharing for emergency responses. The legislation aims to address concerns about automakers collecting and selling driver information without transparency or owner knowledge, which has reportedly led to issues like unexpected increases in insurance rates. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2050, and will not impact existing contracts or rights that were established before its effective date.

Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1286&year=2026