Bill > SB36

This bill establishes the Nondisclosure of Sensitive Personal Information Act, which restricts state agency employees from disclosing sensitive personal information they acquire through their work. The bill defines sensitive personal information as an individual's status as a public assistance recipient or crime victim, personal characteristics like sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, immigration status, national origin, religion, and social security numbers. State employees can only disclose such information under specific exceptions, including when necessary for agency functions, complying with court orders, fulfilling public records requirements, performing contractual obligations, or with the individual's written consent. The bill provides enforcement mechanisms, allowing the attorney general, district attorneys, and state ethics commission to pursue civil actions against violations, with potential penalties of $250 per violation, not exceeding $5,000. Additionally, the bill amends the Motor Vehicle Code to further protect personal information, particularly regarding immigration enforcement, and specifies that the provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025. The legislation aims to protect individuals' privacy by limiting the unauthorized sharing of sensitive personal details by state employees.

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https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=36&year=25