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Rhode Island Data Privacy Protection Act Takes Effect

State Privacy📅 January 1, 202656days ago

Description

Rhode Island's comprehensive privacy law takes effect. Uniquely, it applies to all entities doing business in the state regardless of size/revenue thresholds for some provisions. Includes consumer rights, privacy notice requirements, and restrictions on processing sensitive data.

Requirements

  • Review applicability regardless of company size
  • Update privacy notices for Rhode Island requirements
  • Implement consumer rights request processes
  • Restrict sensitive data processing without consent
  • Document compliance with RI-specific provisions

Applicable To

All businesses operating in Rhode IslandOrganizations targeting Rhode Island residents

Penalty Information

âš Enforced by Rhode Island Attorney General with civil penalties. No private right of action.