State • Washington

SB 6002: Concerning driver privacy protections.

Yasmin TrudeauIntroduced

SB 6002 status: Introduced — Effective date 3/30/2026 (updated Mar 30, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score85/100 civic fit
RiskModerate risk
ImpactModerate impact 65/100

Bill summary

Official

This bill is currently being discussed in the Senate. It aims to stop car companies from tracking your location or driving habits without your permission.

Key analysis

Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan75%
Public opinion85%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct impact on environmental policy.

Risks

  • No direct impact on environmental policy.

Economy

Positive Outlook
60%

Benefits

  • Increases consumer control over personal data.

Risks

  • Imposes new compliance and operational costs on vehicle manufacturers.

Society

Positive Outlook
80%

Benefits

  • Enhances privacy and data protection for vehicle owners.
  • Limits unauthorized surveillance of driving habits and location.

Risks

  • Potential for limited consumer awareness regarding the scope of their consent.
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

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Analysis based on summary abstract only.

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Effective date 3/30/2026.

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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