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H8119Introduced in the House

Prohibits warrantless purchases of personal data in connection with any criminal, civil, or other investigatory or enforcement activity.

IntroducedHouse Judiciary

Introduced by Brandon Potter, District 16

What does this bill do?

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Official description

STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- WARRANTLESS PURCHASES OF PERSONAL DATA -- THE 4TH AMENDMENT IS NOT FOR SALE ACT - Prohibits warrantless purchases of personal data in connection with any criminal, civil, or other investigatory or enforcement activity.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

March 24, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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