The bill H.223 aims to strengthen protections against stalking and domestic violence by clarifying the legal definitions and prohibitions related to the use of tracking technology. It establishes that using electronic tracking devices to monitor an individual's movements without their consent is considered stalking. The bill introduces new legal language defining "course of conduct" to encompass the unauthorized use of electronic, digital, or GPS devices for surveillance. It also prohibits the installation or use of tracking devices on motor vehicles without the consent of all occupants, with exceptions for law enforcement and guardians monitoring minors.

Additionally, H.223 allows domestic violence survivors to request temporary possession of a vehicle for their safety and provides a mechanism for them to terminate an abuser's access to connected vehicle services, even if the abuser is the account holder. The bill mandates that vehicle service providers protect the privacy of survivors by ensuring that no information is shared with the abuser after access is terminated. It also establishes regulations for handling personal information submitted by survivors, requiring confidentiality and compliance with data protection laws. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 13-1061