Maryland HB1089 establishes a registry for data brokers, requiring them to register and report changes to the Office of the Attorney General.

Maryland HB1089 mandates that data brokers operating in or collecting data on Maryland residents register with the Office of the Attorney General. This includes disclosing categories of personal data collected, sources of data, third parties to whom data is sold or shared, contact information for consumer inquiries, and opt-out methods. Data brokers must also report any material changes in their business practices. The Office of the Attorney General will maintain a publicly accessible, searchable database of registered data brokers.

Maryland HB1089 establishes a registry for data brokers, requiring them to register and report changes to the Office of the Attorney General.

Maryland HB1089 mandates that data brokers operating in or collecting data on Maryland residents register with the Office of the Attorney General. This includes disclosing categories of personal data collected, sources of data, third parties to whom data is sold or shared, contact information for consumer inquiries, and opt-out methods. Data brokers must also report any material changes in their business practices. The Office of the Attorney General will maintain a publicly accessible, searchable database of registered data brokers.