MN HF421

Prohibits audio and video data providers from sharing consumer data with third parties without express written consent from Minnesota residents.

Requires providers to display clear consent notices containing the third party's name, the timeframe of data to be released, stated purposes for obtaining the data, and consumer rights under this section.

Bars providers from refusing services to consumers solely because they have not approved data sharing with third parties.

Creates civil penalties of up to $2,500 per unintentional violation or $7,500 per intentional violation, with a 30-day cure period after notice of noncompliance.

Exempts compliance with federal, state, or local laws; governmental inquiries and subpoenas; legal claims; and privileged communications, and does not require providers to reidentify deidentified data.

Takes effect December 31, 2021, with enforcement by the Minnesota attorney general.