Data Privacy · Florida
Florida Digital Bill of Rights
SB 262 - enacted in Florida.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2023
- Enacted
- 21
- States with data privacy laws
- 48/100
- Florida strictness
The bottom line
Florida Digital Bill of Rights is an enacted law in Florida, part of a mature, broadly-adopted data privacy landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2024-07-01
- 21
- states have data privacy laws
- 21/21
- data privacy laws enacted nationally
- 48/100
- Florida strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official Florida legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
Regulatory Snapshot: Florida Digital Bill of Rights
Florida Digital Bill of Rights (SB 262) is an enacted law in Florida under the Data Privacy category. It was enacted on 2023-06-06 and becomes effective on 2024-07-01. Florida 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 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 Florida within a mature and broadly adopted data privacy landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in SB 262 itself.
Applicability under Florida Digital Bill of Rights: $1B+ global revenue AND data processing criteria. Very narrow. Penalty exposure is documented as: $50,000/violation (tripled for minors). AG enforcement. Notable exemptions: Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits. Extremely high threshold..
Summary
Narrowly scoped ($1B+ revenue). Focus on children under 18.
Key Requirements
Basic rights. Children restrictions. Social media minor account deletion.
Penalties
$50,000/violation (tripled for minors). AG enforcement.
Applicability
$1B+ global revenue AND data processing criteria. Very narrow.
Exemptions
Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits. Extremely high threshold.
Official Source
https://flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/262How Florida compares on data privacy
21 states regulate data privacy - Florida ranks #10 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 (this state) | 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. Florida 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 Florida Digital Bill of Rights enacted?
Florida Digital Bill of Rights was enacted on 2023-06-06 and became effective on 2024-07-01. It was introduced as SB 262.
What are the penalties for violating Florida Digital Bill of Rights?
$50,000/violation (tripled for minors). AG enforcement. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Florida Digital Bill of Rights apply to small businesses?
$1B+ global revenue AND data processing criteria. Very narrow. 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 Florida compare to other states on data privacy?
Florida 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 Florida Digital Bill of Rights?
The official text of Florida Digital Bill of Rights (SB 262) is available from the Florida 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.
- Florida Digital Bill of Rights is enacted in Florida, effective 2024-07-01. Official source
- 21 states now regulate data privacy; Florida ranks #10 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation Florida tracks across all five policy areas. Florida profile
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