Bill > H0357

This bill, known as the Driver Privacy Act, amends Florida's motor vehicle record privacy laws by expanding protections for personal information and email addresses. It prohibits the sale or sharing of motor vehicle records, personal information, and email addresses with third-party companies, foreign countries of concern, and foreign principals. The bill defines several key terms, including "third-party company" (which encompasses marketing firms, debt collectors, insurance companies, and data brokers), "motor vehicle record" (documents related to driver's permits, vehicle titles, registrations, and identification cards), and establishes specific restrictions on how such information can be used. The legislation imposes penalties for unauthorized use or release of information, with potential fines up to $2,000 for violations. The bill also maintains existing confidentiality protections for emergency contact information and secure login credentials, and applies these protections retroactively. The provisions are set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and aim to enhance privacy safeguards for motor vehicle operators by limiting the potential misuse of their personal information by external entities.

Government Affairs

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/357