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HB5221

CONSUMER DATA PRIVACY ACT Verified

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AI Summary

The Consumer Data Privacy Act establishes consumer rights regarding personal data processing, including opt-out provisions for targeted advertising and data sales, effective January 1, 2027.

Business Impact

If you process personal data for targeted advertising in Illinois, you must allow consumers to opt out by January 1, 2027, or face civil penalties.

State
Illinois
Bill Number
HB5221
Status
Unknown
Risk Level
High
Category
Comprehensive
Effective Date
Jan 1, 2027
Last Action
Mar 27, 2026
Last Verified
Apr 21, 2026
Data Updated
Apr 21, 2026
What do these statuses mean?
Introduced — Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee — Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed — Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted — Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed — Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown — Status data not yet available or awaiting classification

Affected Industries

Technology E-commerce Marketing

Topics

What This Means

The Consumer Data Privacy Act aims to enhance consumer rights regarding personal data processing in Illinois. It mandates that businesses allow consumers to opt out of targeted advertising and data sales, impacting how data is handled. This legislation will require compliance from data processors and controllers, particularly in the context of automated decision-making, and preempts home rule to ensure uniformity across Illinois.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Compliance Checklist

Allow consumers to opt out of targeted advertising and data sales
Who: Data controllers and processors
Deadline: By January 1, 2027
Penalty: Civil penalties for non-compliance
Conduct data privacy assessments
Who: Businesses handling personal data
Deadline: By January 1, 2027
Penalty: Civil penalties for non-compliance

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