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How Do US Privacy Laws Affect You and Your Digital Footprint?
- US privacy laws are a patchwork of state-level rules and industry-specific federal laws without an all-encompassing federal privacy law.
- As of February 2025, 20 states have passed comprehensive privacy laws, leading to varying regulations for businesses.
- California's CCPA sets thresholds for companies to comply with privacy regulations, with 20 other states having their own privacy laws.
- Exemptions in privacy laws exist for industries regulated by federal laws like GLBA and HIPAA, but exemptions can vary by state.
- States like Texas and New York are actively enforcing consumer protection laws related to data handling, increasing compliance risks for companies.
- AI is being regulated by states like California and Colorado to prevent discrimination and ensure fair data processing practices.
- The FTC monitors AI use to prevent deceptive data practices, emphasizing the responsibility of companies using AI in data processing.
- Despite sector-specific laws like GLBA and HIPAA, attempts for a universal federal privacy law have not succeeded in the U.S.
- The FTC enforces privacy policies and can take actions against companies for deceptive acts related to data handling.
- To navigate U.S. privacy laws, it is advised to understand legal standings, manage data effectively, and create a tailored privacy plan.
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