Perkins on Privacy
Perkins on Privacy
Perkins on Privacy keeps you informed about the latest developments in privacy and data security law. Our insights are provided by Perkins Coie's Privacy & Security practice, recognized by Chambers as a leading firm in the field.

Mississippi Passes Bill Requiring Edtech Providers To Moderate Content
A new law in Mississippi will require vendors that offer digital resources in Mississippi schools to have content safety policies and moderation practices in place.

Texas Becomes Latest State to Address Kids’ Privacy and Safety Online
Texas has become the latest state to impose age-related privacy and safety restrictions on online service providers, joining Arkansas, California,

New My Health My Data Act Part 3: The Wide Reach of the New Washington Privacy Legislation
New EEOC Guidance Clarifies Employer Responsibility for Discrimination in AI Employment Tools

New My Health My Data Act Part 2: Consumer Rights and Business Obligations

FTC Hosts Panel Regarding Cloud Computing Business Practices
On Thursday, May 11, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission hosted a panel to discuss questions relating to the cloud computing industry.
New York City Adopts Final Rules for Law Governing Automated Employment Decision Tools
The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) adopted final rules for Local Law 144 on April 6, 2023.
The FTC Can’t Stop Talking about AI
As the hype about generative artificial intelligence (AI) has grown, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has made clear that it intends to be at the forefront of federal agencies working to ensure the responsible use of AI.

My Health, My Data Act Part 1: Washington State Joins the Biometric Litigation Fray
On April 27, 2023, Washington Governor Jay Inslee signed into law House Bill 1155, also known as the My Health, My Data Act.
The Latest on the EU’s Proposed Artificial Intelligence Act

Lucky Number 7…8 and 9?: Indiana Passes Privacy Law With Tennessee and Montana Hot on Its Heels
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb signed Senate Bill 5 on May 1 (effective January 1, 2026), making Indiana the seventh state to offer comprehensive privacy protections.
Biden Administration Seeks Comment on How To Improve AI Accountability
European Regulators Advance Artificial Intelligence Initiatives

Ten Takeaways From the 2023 IAPP Global Privacy Summit

Supreme Court Allows Structural Constitutional Challenges to FTC and SEC Proceedings in Federal District Court
The Supreme Court unanimously ruled in two related cases, Axon Enterprise Inc. v. FTC (No. 21-86) and SEC v. Cochran (No. 21-1239), that federal district courts have jurisdiction to hear structural constitutional challenges to the adjudicative authority of the Federal Trade Commission and the Securities and Exchange Commission.