GA HB 9: Safer States Act
Georgia's HB 9 introduces the Safer States Act, enhancing consumer privacy protections and establishing a universal opt-out mechanism for data collection.
Aforeworn detected this change in the US State Data-Privacy Laws space on August 21, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Multistate retailers, adtech/data brokers, SaaS platforms, and privacy consultants operating in Georgia. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: To be confirmed based on the legislative session timeline.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors US State Data-Privacy Laws continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
New requirements for consumer data privacy, including a universal opt-out for consumers and enhanced data minimization practices.
Who it affects
Multistate retailers, adtech/data brokers, SaaS platforms, and privacy consultants operating in Georgia.
What you must do
Implement systems to allow consumers to opt-out of data collection and ensure compliance with data minimization principles.
Deadline
To be confirmed based on the legislative session timeline.
Source: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/all
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