Vermont becomes 23rd state to enact consumer privacy law - IAPP
Vermont enacted a comprehensive consumer privacy law, becoming the 23rd state to do so. The law includes provisions on data minimization, opt-out rights, and risk assessments, similar to other state laws like the CCPA and CPRA.
Aforeworn detected this change in the US State Data-Privacy Laws space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Multistate retailers, adtech/data brokers, SaaS platforms, privacy consultants should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Law effective January 1, 2025; enforcement likely begins shortly after.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors US State Data-Privacy Laws continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Vermont passed a new consumer privacy law, adding to the patchwork of state privacy regulations.
Who it affects
Multistate retailers, adtech/data brokers, SaaS platforms, privacy consultants
What you must do
Review and update privacy policies, implement opt-out mechanisms (including Global Privacy Control), conduct data mapping and risk assessments, and ensure compliance with data minimization and sensitive data handling requirements.
Deadline
Law effective January 1, 2025; enforcement likely begins shortly after.
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