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SB 1106

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2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Christopher Cabaldon

SB 1106 proposes to regulate California data brokers' collection, sale, and use of personal information, pending committee review and full text printing.

Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
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Bill Summary · SB 1106

Legislative bill overview

SB 1106 appears to regulate data brokers in California, though specific provisions cannot be confirmed as the bill has only recently been introduced and assigned to committee as of February 2026. The bill is currently in the Rules Committee stage and has not yet been printed in its full legislative form, making detailed analysis of its exact requirements premature.

Why is this important

Data broker regulation has significant real-world implications for consumer privacy, as these companies buy, sell, and aggregate personal information about millions of Californians. Any regulatory framework could affect how personal data is traded, who can access it, and what transparency or consent requirements apply—impacting both individual privacy rights and business practices across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and definition: How broadly "data broker" is defined will determine which companies fall under regulation and which escape oversight
  • Compliance burden: Small businesses and startups may argue that new regulations create excessive administrative costs compared to large tech companies' resources
  • Preemption concerns: Federal privacy law conflicts or whether California's rules supersede other state/federal frameworks remain unclear

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

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