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SB 1193

personal identifying information; disclosure; prohibition

57th Legislature - Second Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Payne

SB 1193 restricts Arizona state and private entities from disclosing personal identifying information without explicit consent, establishing privacy protections and enforcement penalties.

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Bill Summary · SB 1193

Legislative bill overview

SB 1193 proposes restrictions on the disclosure of personal identifying information (PII) by state entities and potentially private organizations. The bill establishes prohibitions against sharing or selling personal data without explicit consent and creates enforcement mechanisms for violations. The specific provisions are not detailed in the available action history, but the bill appears aimed at strengthening privacy protections for Arizona residents.

Why is this important

Personal data breaches and unauthorized disclosures have become increasingly common, affecting millions of Americans annually. Strong privacy protections can reduce identity theft, fraud, and unauthorized surveillance while also addressing public concern about data misuse by both government and commercial entities. Arizona residents' financial security and privacy rights depend on clear legal boundaries around PII handling.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: Whether the bill defines PII broadly enough to cover emerging privacy threats (location data, biometric information, browsing history) or remains limited to traditional categories like SSNs and addresses
  • Business impact vs. privacy rights: Tension between protecting consumer privacy and maintaining business operations that rely on data sharing for marketing, credit decisions, and service delivery
  • Enforcement and penalties: Whether proposed penalties are sufficient to deter violations without being so severe they create unintended economic consequences for compliant organizations

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

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