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HB 60

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 21 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DIVISION OF MOTOR VEHICLES DATA PRIVACY.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Sean Lynn and 9 co-sponsors

Delaware bill restricts Division of Motor Vehicles data sharing and use while establishing privacy protections and security standards for driver information.

Reported Out of Committee (Judiciary) in House with 1 Favorable, 5 On Its Merits
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Bill Summary · HB 60

Legislative bill overview

HB 60 amends Delaware's motor vehicle code to establish data privacy protections for information collected by the Division of Motor Vehicles. The bill restricts how DMV data can be used, shared, and accessed by government agencies and third parties. It creates standards for data security, retention, and establishes procedures for individuals to access and correct their information.

Why is this important

DMVs collect sensitive personal information (addresses, identification numbers, driving history) that can be misused for identity theft, harassment, or unauthorized surveillance. This bill addresses growing concerns about data breaches and the sale of driver information to private companies. Clear privacy protections affect millions of Delaware residents and establish precedent for other states considering similar measures.

Potential points of contention

  • Law enforcement access: The bill may limit police ability to quickly access driver information during investigations, creating tension between privacy rights and public safety needs
  • Scope of restrictions: Disagreement over which government agencies (federal, state, local) should have access and under what circumstances could affect inter-agency cooperation
  • Implementation costs: Creating new data security infrastructure and compliance procedures may require significant DMV funding and administrative burden

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

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