United States of America: Bill amending the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 to include mandatory opt-out preference signal in browsers was passed by California State Assembly (Bill No. AB 566)

On 5 June 2025, the Bill amending the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 to include an opt-out preference signal was passed by the California State Assembly. The Act applies to businesses that develop or maintain internet browsers or browser engines, requiring them to include an easily accessible setting that allows consumers to send opt-out preference signals to the businesses they interact with. These businesses must also publicly disclose how the signal functions and the types of personal information it covers. The California Privacy Protection Agency is authorised to adopt regulations to implement the Act.