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Virginia · SB85 · 2026 session

Consumer Data Protection Act; social media platforms & model operators, interoperability interfaces.

EngrossedTabled in Communications, Technology and Innovation (18-Y 3-N) · Mar 9, 2026

In plain language

Amends Virginia's Consumer Data Protection Act to require social media platforms and operators to implement third-party interoperability interfaces enabling users to share social graph data and data associated with AI systems they designate. The bill defines key terms including "social media platform," "operator," and "contextual data associated with artificial intelligence systems." Takes effect July 1, 2027.

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Legislative history

18 actions · newest first
  1. Mar 9, 2026HouseTabled in Communications, Technology and Innovation (18-Y 3-N)
  2. Mar 9, 2026HouseHouse committee offered
  3. Feb 13, 2026HouseReferred to Committee on Communications, Technology and Innovation
  4. Feb 13, 2026HouseRead first time
  5. Feb 13, 2026HousePlaced on Calendar
  6. Feb 10, 2026SenateRead third time and passed Senate (40-Y 0-N 0-A)