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H 791

An act relating to State government and information privacy

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Daisy Berbeco and 20 co-sponsors

Vermont legislation establishing state government data privacy standards and information handling requirements across public agencies.

Read first time and referred to the Committee on Energy and Digital Infrastructure
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Bill Summary · H 791

Legislative bill overview

H 791 is a Vermont bill addressing state government operations and information privacy protections. The bill was introduced on January 28, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Energy and Digital Infrastructure for initial review. Specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed as the bill remains in early stages of the legislative process.

Why is this important

Information privacy and state government data handling directly affect Vermont residents' personal information security and trust in public institutions. As digital services expand across state agencies, clear privacy standards become increasingly critical for protecting citizens' sensitive data from misuse or breaches.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of privacy protections: Debate may arise over which state agencies and data types should be covered, balancing privacy rights against legitimate government functions
  • Compliance costs: Implementation could require significant expenditures for state agencies to upgrade systems, audit practices, and train staff on new privacy protocols
  • Data sharing restrictions: Clarity on how restrictions affect inter-agency coordination, law enforcement cooperation, and public records requests may generate disagreement

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

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