Vermont Data Privacy Act
H 121
Regulatory Snapshot: Vermont Data Privacy Act
Vermont Data Privacy Act (H 121) is an enacted law in Vermont under the Data Privacy category. It was enacted on 2024-06-12 and becomes effective on 2025-07-01. Vermont currently reports 4 tracked regulations with 4 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 Vermont within a mature and broadly adopted data privacy landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in H 121 itself.
Applicability under Vermont Data Privacy Act: 25K+ consumers. Penalty exposure is documented as: AG plus private right of action. Statutory damages. Notable exemptions: Government, HIPAA, GLBA..
Summary
Private right of action — only 2nd state after CA allowing consumer lawsuits.
Key Requirements
Full rights. Private right of action. Data protection assessments. Universal opt-out.
Penalties
AG plus private right of action. Statutory damages.
Applicability
25K+ consumers.
Exemptions
Government, HIPAA, GLBA.
Official Source
https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2024/H.121Frequently 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. Vermont 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 Vermont Data Privacy Act enacted?
Vermont Data Privacy Act was enacted on 2024-06-12 and became effective on 2025-07-01. It was introduced as H 121.
What are the penalties for violating Vermont Data Privacy Act?
AG plus private right of action. Statutory damages. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Vermont Data Privacy Act apply to small businesses?
25K+ consumers. 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 Vermont compare to other states on data privacy?
Vermont has a regulatory strictness score of 48/100, 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 Vermont Data Privacy Act?
The official text of Vermont Data Privacy Act (H 121) is available from the Vermont 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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