Data Privacy · Minnesota
Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act
HF 2309 - enacted in Minnesota.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2024
- Enacted
- 21
- States with data privacy laws
- 62/100
- Minnesota strictness
The bottom line
Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act is an enacted law in Minnesota, part of a mature, broadly-adopted data privacy landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2025-07-31
- 21
- states have data privacy laws
- 21/21
- data privacy laws enacted nationally
- 62/100
- Minnesota strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official Minnesota legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
Regulatory Snapshot: Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act
Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (HF 2309) is an enacted law in Minnesota under the Data Privacy category. It was enacted on 2024-05-24 and becomes effective on 2025-07-31. Minnesota currently reports 5 tracked regulations with 5 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 62/100 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 Minnesota within a mature and broadly adopted data privacy landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in HF 2309 itself.
Applicability under Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act: 100K+ consumers, or 25K+ with 25%+ data sale revenue. Penalty exposure is documented as: $7,500/violation. AG with 30-day cure (sunsets Jul 2026). Notable exemptions: Government, HIPAA, GLBA, small businesses..
Summary
Strong with enhanced minor protections and data minimization.
Key Requirements
Full rights. Minimization. Enhanced children protections. Universal opt-out. Profiling transparency.
Penalties
$7,500/violation. AG with 30-day cure (sunsets Jul 2026).
Applicability
100K+ consumers, or 25K+ with 25%+ data sale revenue.
Exemptions
Government, HIPAA, GLBA, small businesses.
How Minnesota compares on data privacy
21 states regulate data privacy - Minnesota ranks #5 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 (this state) | 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. Minnesota 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 Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act enacted?
Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act was enacted on 2024-05-24 and became effective on 2025-07-31. It was introduced as HF 2309.
What are the penalties for violating Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act?
$7,500/violation. AG with 30-day cure (sunsets Jul 2026). Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act apply to small businesses?
100K+ consumers, or 25K+ with 25%+ 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 Minnesota compare to other states on data privacy?
Minnesota has a regulatory strictness score of 62/100, based on 5 enacted regulations out of 5 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 Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act?
The official text of Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (HF 2309) is available from the Minnesota 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.
- Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act is enacted in Minnesota, effective 2025-07-31. Official source
- 21 states now regulate data privacy; Minnesota ranks #5 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation Minnesota tracks across all five policy areas. Minnesota profile
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