Data Privacy · Virginia
Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act
SB 1392 - enacted in Virginia.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2021
- Enacted
- 21
- States with data privacy laws
- 59/100
- Virginia strictness
The bottom line
Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act is an enacted law in Virginia, part of a mature, broadly-adopted data privacy landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2023-01-01
- 21
- states have data privacy laws
- 21/21
- data privacy laws enacted nationally
- 59/100
- Virginia strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official Virginia legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
Regulatory Snapshot: Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act
Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (SB 1392) is an enacted law in Virginia under the Data Privacy category. It was enacted on 2021-03-02 and becomes effective on 2023-01-01. Virginia currently reports 4 tracked regulations with 4 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 59/100 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 Virginia within a mature and broadly adopted data privacy landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in SB 1392 itself.
Applicability under Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act: 100K+ VA consumers data, or 25K+ with 50%+ revenue from data sales. Penalty exposure is documented as: Up to $7,500/violation. AG exclusive enforcement. No private right of action. Notable exemptions: State agencies, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits, higher education..
Summary
Second comprehensive state privacy law. Consumer rights to access, correct, delete, and opt out.
Key Requirements
Access, correction, deletion, portability, opt-out of targeted ads/sale/profiling. Data protection assessments. Clear privacy notice.
Penalties
Up to $7,500/violation. AG exclusive enforcement. No private right of action.
Applicability
100K+ VA consumers data, or 25K+ with 50%+ revenue from data sales.
Exemptions
State agencies, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits, higher education.
Official Source
https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacodefull/title59.1/chapter53/How Virginia compares on data privacy
21 states regulate data privacy - Virginia ranks #8 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 (this state) | 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. Virginia 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 Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act enacted?
Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act was enacted on 2021-03-02 and became effective on 2023-01-01. It was introduced as SB 1392.
What are the penalties for violating Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act?
Up to $7,500/violation. AG exclusive enforcement. No private right of action. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act apply to small businesses?
100K+ VA consumers data, or 25K+ with 50%+ revenue from data sales. 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 Virginia compare to other states on data privacy?
Virginia has a regulatory strictness score of 59/100, based on 4 enacted regulations out of 4 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 Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act?
The official text of Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (SB 1392) is available from the Virginia 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.
- Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act is enacted in Virginia, effective 2023-01-01. Official source
- 21 states now regulate data privacy; Virginia ranks #8 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation Virginia tracks across all five policy areas. Virginia profile
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