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MCDPA
Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act
WhenIn effect since 31 July 2025
Who enforces itState Attorney General
Who it applies toBusinesses that process personal data of the state's residents above the law's thresholds. Thresholds, exemptions and sensitive-data rules differ by state.
Thresholds100,000 consumers, or 25,000 consumers plus over 25% of gross revenue from sales
Universal opt-outMust honor opt-out preference signals for targeted ads and sale
Cure period30-day cure after AG warning letter expired January 31, 2026
Request deadline45 days, extendable once by 45 days with notice
Maximum penaltyUp to $7,500 per violation plus injunction and litigation costs
Private actionNo private right of action, including under section 8.31, subd
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