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MN HF2313
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kristin Robbins
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AI Summary
- Prohibits installing tracking software or applications on another person's smartphone that collects geolocation information, microphone/camera data, or text messages without consent
- Requires monitoring apps to appear as visible icons and mandates two-factor authentication at installation, 7 days after, and every 30 days thereafter—software must be disabled if authentication is not completed
- Exempts parents/guardians tracking minor children, employers tracking company-provided phones with written notice, schools with parental notification, and law enforcement with court orders or warrants
- Creates a private cause of action allowing victims to sue both the individual who installed tracking software and software providers who fail to meet visibility and authentication requirements
- Permits courts to award general and special damages for financial losses and mental anguish, plus court costs and attorney fees to prevailing plaintiffs
Legislative Description
Geolocation and smartphone monitoring of another person prohibited, and cause of action when violation has occurred provided.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce Finance and Policy
3/13/2025
Committee Referrals
Commerce Finance & Policy3/13/2025
Full Bill Text
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