Maryland's Data Privacy Law Sets New Standard with Stringent Regulations
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Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
The Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA), effective October 1, 2025, implements stringent restrictions on the collection and misuse of personal data, setting a new standard for state privacy legislation. Championed by Delegate Sara Love and Senator Dawn Gile, this law requires companies to align their data collection practices with consumer expectations and prohibits the sale of sensitive information. The act marks a significant shift away from lax, industry-favorable laws, offering Maryland residents some of the most robust privacy protections in the nation. Its implications could encourage other states to adopt similar measures, enhancing privacy safeguards for individuals nationwide.
