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Active Legislation Updated Sat Jul 25, 2026 Next deadline Oct 01, 2026 · CT SB 4 (2026) Source www.cga.ct.gov
Laws tracked
5
In this state
Enacted
3
On the books
In motion
1
Actively moving
Next deadline
Oct 01, 2026
CT SB 4 (2026)
Most recently enacted
What just became law?
Enacted
CT SB 5 (2026)AI Governance, Chatbot & Employment Transparency Law
Requires automated decision-making technology reporting for employment contexts. Prohibits AI companion chatbots for users under 18 without verified parental consent. Mandates employer whistleblower systems for AI risk disclosure. Creates regulatory sandbox for AI development (by Jan 1, 2028). Signed by Gov. Lamont in 2026.
— CT's SB 5 hits AI employment tools and chatbot platforms simultaneously — districts using AI for hiring or deploying AI tools for student interaction need to review consent and disclosure protocols.
Effective: Jan 01, 2028Source →
Effective
Jan 01
2028
Watch list
What's coming up?
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Effective CT SB 4 (2026)
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Effective CT SB 5 (2026)
Also on the books
What else is enacted?
Enacted
CT SB 4 (2026)Data Broker Registration & Geolocation Privacy Law
Establishes mandatory data broker registration (effective Jan 1, 2027). Bans sale of precise geolocation data. Adds facial recognition technology restrictions to existing CTDPA framework. Creates consumer opt-out and data deletion mechanisms (effective July 1, 2028). Signed by Gov. Lamont in 2026.
— CT is among the first states to ban geolocation data sales and mandate data broker registration — any platform tracking student or staff location data in CT needs immediate review.
Effective: Oct 01, 2026Source →
Effective
Oct 01
2026
Enacted
CT Public Act 22-15Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)
Comprehensive privacy law with consumer rights (access, delete, correct, portability, opt-out for targeted ads/profiling/sales). 2025 amendments strengthened facial recognition restrictions and expanded biometric consent obligations. Actively enforced — $85,000 settlement precedent set.
— Connecticut was one of the first states to strengthen its privacy law with biometric and facial recognition amendments — a strong outreach angle for districts considering surveillance tech.
Effective: Jul 01, 2023Enforcement: Civil penalties up to $5,000 per willful violation. $85,000+ settlement precedent set. Attorney General enforcement; no private right of…Source →
In motion
What's active right now?
ACTIVE
CT CDPA (2026 amendments)Connecticut Data Privacy Act — 2026 Updates
Eff. July 1, 2026. New age-appropriate design code requirements. Neural data added as sensitive data category. Strengthened minors' rights and restrictions on sale/use of minors' personal data.
— EdTech platforms serving CT minors face new design and data-handling mandates.
For context
What didn't make it?
Bills that failed, died in committee, or were vetoed · they usually come back.
DIED
SB 2 (2025-26)SB 2 — Comprehensive AI Bill (Second Attempt)
Connecticut's second attempt at a comprehensive AI bill extending beyond consumer privacy to set framework rules for AI development and use. Focuses on governance, risk assessment requirements, and transparency for high-risk AI systems across sectors. Awaited final votes as of mid-2025; remains alive in 2026 carry-over session. If passed, would make Connecticut one of the few states with a cross-sector AI governance statute.
Enforcement teeth
Who enforces this — and what does it cost?
CT Public Act 22-15
Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)
Civil penalties up to $5,000 per willful violation. $85,000+ settlement precedent set. Attorney General enforcement; no private right of action.
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