Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 654: Consumer Data Protection Act; definition of "biometric data"; consent required for processing.

In committee Last action February 18, 2026: Left in Committee Communications, Technology and Innovation

Plain-language summary

HB 654 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Consumer Data Protection Act; definition of "biometric data"; consent required for processing. Primary sponsor: Michelle Lopes Maldonado. It lists 10 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Left in Committee Communications, Technology and Innovation.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Michelle Lopes Maldonado. 10 co-sponsors.