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HB 357

Amendments to Motor Vehicle Data Privacy

2026 General Session Introduced by Kristen Chevrier and 1 co-sponsor

HB 357 establishes privacy protections for motor vehicle data collection and sharing in Utah, balancing manufacturer innovation with consumer data rights.

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Bill Summary · HB 357

Legislative bill overview

HB 357 amends Utah's motor vehicle data privacy laws to establish or modify protections governing how vehicle data is collected, stored, and shared by manufacturers, dealers, and third parties. The bill is currently in the House Transportation Committee following its introduction in late January 2026.

Why is this important

As vehicles increasingly collect sensitive personal data—including location history, driving patterns, and personal communications—clarifying legal protections has become critical for consumer privacy. The outcome will affect how Utah residents' automotive data can be commercially used and whether individuals have rights to access or control their vehicle information.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "vehicle data": Disagreement over what qualifies as protected data (e.g., whether diagnostic information, location data, or infotainment system content are included)
  • Manufacturer vs. consumer rights balance: Tension between allowing companies to collect data for vehicle functionality and safety versus limiting commercial data exploitation
  • Data-sharing restrictions: Whether the bill allows or restricts third-party access to vehicle data, affecting insurance companies, law enforcement, and data brokers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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