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AB 302

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2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rebecca Bauer-Kahan

Prohibits California data brokers from selling personal information about elected officials and judges without explicit consent, creating heightened privacy protections for these public figures.

Read second time and amended. Ordered to third reading.
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Bill Summary · AB 302

Legislative bill overview

AB 302 restricts data brokers from selling personal information about California elected officials and judges without their explicit consent. The bill establishes protections for these public figures' data, treating it differently from the general public's information under California's existing data broker regulations.

Why is this important

Elected officials and judges face unique security and privacy risks due to their positions, including potential harassment, stalking, and threats. Limiting access to their personal data through commercial channels reduces vulnerabilities while maintaining public records that are already legally accessible through government sources.

Potential points of contention

  • Free speech and transparency concerns: Critics may argue that restricting data sales limits legitimate research, journalism, and public accountability efforts that rely on aggregated personal information
  • Definition and scope ambiguity: The bill's precise definition of "elected officials and judges" and what constitutes "personal information" could create compliance uncertainty for data brokers and enforcement challenges
  • Practical enforceability: Data brokers operate across state lines; California-only restrictions may have limited effectiveness if individuals' data is already compiled and sold by out-of-state entities
  • Unequal protection: Creates a two-tier privacy system where public officials receive stronger protections than ordinary citizens, raising fairness questions

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

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