August 25, 2002

ACLU Issues Action Alert on California Financial Privacy Bill

The ACLU of Southern California is urging individuals to contact their state representatives in support of SB 773. SB 773, sponsored by Senator Jackie Speier, would establish an opt-in requirement before financial institutions can share personal information with unaffiliated companies. The bill has a weaker, opt-out standard for information sharing among affiliated companies. The bill carries civil penalties for violations.

Earlier this year, residents of North Dakota voted overwhelmingly in favor of similar protections.

Take Action! Protect Personal Financial Privacy, ACLU of Southern California.
SB 773, California Legislature.
ND: 72% Opt for Opt-In, Privacy.org, June 12, 2002. Posted by EPIC at August 25, 2002 3:48 PM