California Implements New Data Breach Notification Law Effective 2026

California Implements New Data Breach Notification Law Effective 2026

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California has enacted Senate Bill 446, which establishes new data breach notification requirements for businesses and government agencies. Effective January 1, 2026, the law mandates that affected residents be notified within 30 days of a breach, and a sample notice must be submitted to the California Attorney General within 15 days if over 500 residents are impacted.