What State created an Office of Data Privacy and Protection? Washington
Did it do it by legislative action? No. It was created by Executive Action.
2 Reasons Why Washington State Created this new Data Office:
- Washington is the “world’s center for digital commerce.”
- That’s sure to make Texans happy.
- “good cybersecurity is essential to the continuity of global commerce and to a thriving economy”
3 Powers the new Office of Data will have:
- Train state agencies on best privacy practices
- Assist Washington residents through consumer outreach and education programs
- Conduct annual reviews of the state’s privacy policies and practices
Governing | Washington State Creates Office of Privacy and Data Protection