Maryland SB616 establishes a Data Broker Registry to regulate entities collecting and selling personal data.

Maryland SB616 introduces a Data Broker Registry under the Business Regulation Article. It mandates businesses acting as data brokers to register annually with the Comptroller. Registration requires submission of the broker's name, address, contact information, and details about the types of personal data brokered. The Comptroller will make this information publicly available. Non-compliance with registration incurs fines and investigation costs. The bill also outlines the types of personal data subject to regulation, including biometric information and precise geolocation data.

Maryland SB616 establishes a Data Broker Registry to regulate entities collecting and selling personal data.

Maryland SB616 introduces a Data Broker Registry under the Business Regulation Article. It mandates businesses acting as data brokers to register annually with the Comptroller. Registration requires submission of the broker's name, address, contact information, and details about the types of personal data brokered. The Comptroller will make this information publicly available. Non-compliance with registration incurs fines and investigation costs. The bill also outlines the types of personal data subject to regulation, including biometric information and precise geolocation data.