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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to require a business that develops or maintains an internet browser to provide functionality within the browser that allows a consumer to send a preference that the consumer wishes to opt out of the sale of the consumer’s personal data.
AI Summary
This bill, effective January 1, 2027, requires businesses that develop or maintain internet browsers to include a feature allowing consumers to easily set a preference to opt out of the sale of their personal data, which is defined as any information linked to an identifiable individual or household. This "opt-out preference signal" must be configurable by the consumer and clearly explained in the browser's public disclosures. Businesses that fail to comply will be subject to enforcement actions by the Attorney General for unfair and deceptive trade practices, though browser developers are protected from liability if another business fails to honor the opt-out signal they transmit.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Committee on Commerce and Economic Development Hearing (00:00:00 1/21/2026 ) (on 01/21/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.706 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0706/H-0706%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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