The proposed bill, titled the Driver Privacy Act, aims to enhance the privacy of motor vehicle operators by amending section 119.0712 of the Florida Statutes. It introduces definitions for key terms such as "foreign country of concern," "foreign principal," "motor vehicle record," "public-facing portal," "secure login credentials," and "third-party company." The bill prohibits the sale or sharing of personal information, including e-mail addresses, with third-party companies, foreign countries of concern, or foreign principals. It also establishes penalties for third-party companies that misuse or release this information for unauthorized purposes.

Additionally, the bill retroactively applies certain exemptions to e-mail addresses collected by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, ensuring they cannot be sold or shared as outlined. It maintains the confidentiality of emergency contact information and secure login credentials, while also protecting internet protocol addresses and geolocation data accessed through public-facing portals. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and includes provisions for review and potential repeal of certain exemptions by October 2, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 942 Filed: 119.0712