The MODPA is a stringent consumer protection regulation and a landmark U.S. state-level privacy law. The Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA) takes effect on October 1, 2025, aiming to give Maryland residents more control over how their personal data is collected, shared, and used online.

Key Highlights:

• Applies to businesses processing data of 35,000+ Maryland residents annually.

• Requires explicit consent for collecting or selling sensitive personal data.

• Grants consumers rights to access, delete, and correct their data.

• Restricts targeted advertising and third-party data sharing.

• Enforced by the Maryland Attorney General with strict penalties for violations.

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