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HB 6683

AN ACT CONCERNING THE DISCLOSURE OF IN-VEHICLE CAMERAS TO MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATORS AND PASSENGERS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Christie Carpino

Connecticut bill requiring vehicle manufacturers to disclose in-vehicle camera presence, location, functionality, and data handling to buyers and passengers for transparency.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Transportation
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Bill Summary · HB 6683

Legislative bill overview

HB 6683 would require motor vehicle manufacturers to disclose the presence, location, and functionality of in-vehicle cameras to operators and passengers before or at the time of purchase. The bill mandates clear notification about what these cameras record, where footage is stored, and how it may be accessed or shared.

Why is this important

As vehicles increasingly include interior cameras for safety features (driver monitoring, cabin recording), insurance purposes, and autonomous driving systems, consumers often lack transparency about surveillance occurring inside their own vehicles. This bill addresses privacy concerns by ensuring informed consent and awareness of data collection practices that could affect personal privacy rights.

Potential points of contention

  • Manufacturer burden vs. consumer protection: Auto industry may argue compliance costs are excessive, while privacy advocates contend disclosure requirements are minimal compared to the privacy intrusion
  • Scope ambiguity: Unclear whether disclosure requirements apply equally to used vehicle sales, rental vehicles, and ride-sharing services, creating implementation complexity
  • Data security and access: Bill may not adequately address enforcement mechanisms, penalties for non-compliance, or standards for secure data storage and deletion policies

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

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