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SF 2912

Geolocation and smartphone monitoring of another prohibition in certain circumstances

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Warren Limmer and 2 co-sponsors

SF 2912 prohibits unauthorized geolocation and smartphone monitoring of individuals, establishing privacy protections with specified legal exceptions for consent-based tracking.

Referred to Commerce and Consumer Protection
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Bill Summary · SF 2912

Legislative bill overview

SF 2912 prohibits the use of geolocation and smartphone monitoring technology to track another person without their consent, with specific exceptions outlined in the bill. The legislation aims to protect individuals from unauthorized surveillance while carving out circumstances where such monitoring may be legally permitted. The bill was recently introduced and referred to the Commerce and Consumer Protection committee.

Why is this important

Unauthorized tracking has become increasingly prevalent with advancing mobile technology, affecting domestic abuse victims, stalking survivors, and individuals subject to corporate or governmental overreach. Clear legal prohibitions establish baseline privacy protections and provide enforceable remedies for those monitored without consent. This legislation reflects growing public concern about surveillance capabilities embedded in everyday devices.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition of consent and exceptions: The bill's carve-outs for "certain circumstances" will likely generate debate—law enforcement tracking, parental monitoring of minors, employee monitoring, and consensual relationship agreements may all fall into contested territory requiring precise legal language.
  • Enforcement mechanisms and penalties: Disagreement may arise over whether civil liability, criminal penalties, or both are appropriate, and what damages or remedies victims can pursue.
  • Technology sector impact: Businesses providing location services, device manufacturers, and app developers may argue that overly broad restrictions limit legitimate features like family safety apps, Find My Device services, or workplace management tools.

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

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