Busy At Work: California Legislature Addressing Data Privacy Concerns With Data Privacy Law

The California legislature is busily at work, staying at the forefront with the development of data privacy laws. More than 15 bills related to data privacy concerns are currently making their way through the legislature, and they are catching the attention of the business world.

Here's a short synopsis of the more notable ones finding some traction:

• SB 568: Similar to the federal Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), SB 568 would require operators of Internet websites and online or mobile apps to permit minors to remove previously posted content, and give the minors notice of their right of removal. The bill would also limit operators' ability to market or advertise certain products or services to minors, as well as prohibit operators from using, disclosing, or compiling certain personal information of the minor for marketing these same products or services. If enacted, operators will be required to implement these privacy protections by January