Virginia 2026 Session Status: Introduced

HB638 — Data brokers; regulation, civil penalties.

Last action — Continued from last session

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House of Delegates
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Prognosis

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Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

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In plain language

This bill regulates data brokers and establishes civil penalties for violations.

The bill aims to impose regulations on data brokers while also outlining civil penalties for not complying with these regulations. It seeks to create a structured framework for how data brokers operate.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: For consumers, this bill means increased protection of personal data handled by data brokers.

Summary

Data brokers; regulation, civil penalties.

Bill Text

We don't have the full text on file for this bill yet.

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Action History

  1. H Continued to next session in Communications, Technology and Innovation (Voice Vote)

  2. H Placed on Communications, Technology and Innovation Agenda

  3. H Subcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote)

  4. H House subcommittee offered

  5. H Placed on Communications, Technology and Innovation Agenda

  6. H Placed on Communications, Technology and Innovation Agenda

  7. H Assigned HST sub: Technology and Innovation

  8. H Referred to Committee on Communications, Technology and Innovation

  9. H Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26105301D

Sponsors

  • Maldonado · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Maldonado

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (147)

147 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Subjects

civil-rights technology
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Frequently asked questions

What does HB638 do?
Data brokers; regulation, civil penalties.
Who sponsors HB638?
HB638 is sponsored by Maldonado.
What is the current status of HB638?
This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced January 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB638?
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