Data Privacy · Nebraska
Nebraska Data Privacy Act
LB 1074 - enacted in Nebraska.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2024
- Enacted
- 21
- States with data privacy laws
- 31/100
- Nebraska strictness
The bottom line
Nebraska Data Privacy Act is an enacted law in Nebraska, part of a mature, broadly-adopted data privacy landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2025-01-01
- 21
- states have data privacy laws
- 21/21
- data privacy laws enacted nationally
- 31/100
- Nebraska strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official Nebraska legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
Regulatory Snapshot: Nebraska Data Privacy Act
Nebraska Data Privacy Act (LB 1074) is an enacted law in Nebraska under the Data Privacy category. It was enacted on 2024-04-17 and becomes effective on 2025-01-01. Nebraska currently reports 2 tracked regulations with 2 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 31/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch compiled this entry's data on 2026-03-18; consult the linked official source for the current, authoritative text.
Nationally, 21 data privacy statutes have been enacted and 0 additional bills remain pending - 21 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places Nebraska within a mature and broadly adopted data privacy landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in LB 1074 itself.
Applicability under Nebraska Data Privacy Act: All entities in NE processing personal data. No threshold. Penalty exposure is documented as: $7,500/violation. AG with 30-day cure. Notable exemptions: Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits, higher ed..
Summary
No revenue or processing threshold — broadest applicability.
Key Requirements
Full rights. Universal opt-out. Data protection assessments.
Penalties
$7,500/violation. AG with 30-day cure.
Applicability
All entities in NE processing personal data. No threshold.
Exemptions
Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits, higher ed.
How Nebraska compares on data privacy
21 states regulate data privacy - Nebraska ranks #19 by overall regulatory strictness. Bar = state strictness score (0–100).
| # | State | Strictness |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 100 |
| 2 | Colorado | 76 |
| 3 | Texas | 69 |
| 4 | Connecticut | 62 |
| 5 | Minnesota | 62 |
| 6 | Oregon | 62 |
| 7 | Delaware | 59 |
| 8 | Virginia | 59 |
| 9 | Utah | 55 |
| 10 | Florida | 48 |
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. Nebraska 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 Nebraska Data Privacy Act enacted?
Nebraska Data Privacy Act was enacted on 2024-04-17 and became effective on 2025-01-01. It was introduced as LB 1074.
What are the penalties for violating Nebraska Data Privacy Act?
$7,500/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 Nebraska Data Privacy Act apply to small businesses?
All entities in NE processing personal data. No threshold. 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 Nebraska compare to other states on data privacy?
Nebraska has a regulatory strictness score of 31/100, based on 2 enacted regulations out of 2 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 Nebraska Data Privacy Act?
The official text of Nebraska Data Privacy Act (LB 1074) is available from the Nebraska 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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The bottom line
This law is already in force - here's what matters for data privacy compliance.
- Nebraska Data Privacy Act is enacted in Nebraska, effective 2025-01-01. Official source
- 21 states now regulate data privacy; Nebraska ranks #19 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation Nebraska tracks across all five policy areas. Nebraska profile
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