Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act
HB 7787 / SB 2500
Regulatory Snapshot: Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act
Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act (HB 7787 / SB 2500) is an enacted law in Rhode Island under the Data Privacy category. It was enacted on 2024-06-25 and becomes effective on 2026-01-01. Rhode Island currently reports 3 tracked regulations with 3 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 48/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch last verified this entry on 2026-03-18.
Nationally, 21 states have enacted data privacy statutes and 0 additional bills remain pending — 21 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places Rhode Island within a mature and broadly adopted data privacy landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in HB 7787 / SB 2500 itself.
Applicability under Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act: 35K+ consumers (excl. payments), or 10K+ with 20%+ data sale revenue. Penalty exposure is documented as: $10,000/violation. AG with 30-day cure. Notable exemptions: Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits..
Summary
Notable for third-party disclosure requirements.
Key Requirements
Full rights. Data protection assessments. Sensitive data consent.
Penalties
$10,000/violation. AG with 30-day cure.
Applicability
35K+ consumers (excl. payments), or 10K+ with 20%+ data sale revenue.
Exemptions
Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have data privacy regulations?
As of the last verification, 21 states have enacted data privacy regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. Rhode Island is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all data privacy regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act enacted?
Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act was enacted on 2024-06-25 and became effective on 2026-01-01. It was introduced as HB 7787 / SB 2500.
What are the penalties for violating Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act?
$10,000/violation. AG with 30-day cure. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act apply to small businesses?
35K+ consumers (excl. payments), or 10K+ with 20%+ data sale revenue. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.
How does Rhode Island compare to other states on data privacy?
Rhode Island has a regulatory strictness score of 48/100, based on 3 enacted regulations out of 3 tracked. Nationally, 21 states have enacted data privacy laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act?
The official text of Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act (HB 7787 / SB 2500) is available from the Rhode Island legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.
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