This article series, spanning nearly a decade, consists of interviews with US state attorneys general, with discussions covering a wide-ranging list of topics, with a focus on privacy, cybersecurity, enforcement and legislation.

Series Overview

Arizona

AG Mark Brnovich on federal breach laws, state pre-emption, and class actions
This article discusses AG Brnovich’s focus on data privacy and cybersecurity, including his efforts around breach‑notification reform, appropriate standards for personal‑data collection, and the broader role of state attorneys general in modern privacy enforcement.
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Colorado

A conversation with AG Phil Weiser
AG Weiser discusses Colorado’s consumer‑privacy posture, including state legislation, enforcement strategy, and collaboration with federal agencies.
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Connecticut

AG Tong on enforcement priorities and legislative landscape
This interview examines AG Tong’s privacy and cybersecurity enforcement priorities and Connecticut’s evolving legislative agenda on consumer protection and data privacy.
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AG talks privacy enforcement, collaboration with the FTC
This article features AG office perspectives on data‑privacy enforcement and the importance of coordinating investigations and enforcement actions with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
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Georgia

AG Chris Carr on breaches, federal law
This interview highlights AG Carr’s views on data‑breach obligations, potential federal privacy legislation, and state‑level consumer‑protection enforcement.
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Idaho

AG talks breach notification, and his role as privacy enforcer
This article explores Idaho’s breach‑notification expectations and the AG’s role in overseeing privacy practices and responding to data incidents.
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Illinois

AG Kwame Raoul on changes to state’s data breach law
AG Raoul discusses updates to Illinois’ breach‑notification law and how these changes strengthen consumer privacy protections.
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AG targets ID theft, earlier breach notification
This interview focuses on combating identity theft and pushing for more rapid and transparent breach‑notification requirements in Illinois.
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Indiana

AG Rokita on federal privacy, regulations, cybersecurity and more
AG Rokita outlines the state’s privacy‑regulatory environment, his cybersecurity priorities, and views on federal and state regulatory alignment.
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AG talks black market, breaches and priorities
This interview surveys Indiana’s privacy initiatives, including enforcement priorities, breach response, and efforts to enhance consumer protection.
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AG on initiatives, priorities for privacy protection
This interview surveys Indiana’s privacy initiatives, including enforcement priorities, breach response, and efforts to enhance consumer protection.
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Iowa

AG Miller on advocating for consumer rights, policing algorithms and offering support during breaches
AG Miller discusses consumer‑rights protection, oversight of algorithmic decision‑making, and the state’s role in assisting residents affected by data breaches.
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Kansas

A conversation with AG Derek Schmidt
AG Schmidt provides insight into Kansas’ consumer‑privacy approach, enforcement considerations, and evolving cyber‑related challenges.
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Massachusetts

A conversation with AG Maura Healey
This interview explores AG Healey’s priorities in consumer privacy enforcement and the state’s broader role in shaping national privacy norms.
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Maryland

AG Brian Frosh talks future legislation
AG Frosh discusses forthcoming privacy and cybersecurity legislation in Maryland and the need for stronger statutory protections.
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Michigan

AG Nessel on strengthening consumer protections, right to privacy
This article covers AG Nessel’s efforts to bolster consumer privacy, support privacy‑related legislation, and pursue robust enforcement actions.
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Mississippi

AG says best to notify quickly of a breach
AG office guidance stresses rapid notification following breaches and highlights state expectations for transparency and consumer protection.
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New York

AG James on protecting consumer privacy, enforcement and possible federal legislation
AG James discusses aggressive enforcement strategies, consumer‑privacy protections, and the potential need for U.S. federal privacy legislation.
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North Carolina

AG talks ID theft, breach notification, federal pre-emption
This article examines North Carolina’s focus on ID‑theft prevention, strong breach‑notification rules, and concerns about federal pre‑emption of state privacy authority.
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Nevada

A conversation with AG Aaron Ford
AG Ford speaks about Nevada’s privacy laws, consumer‑protection work, and enforcement priorities in data‑security and privacy matters.
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Ohio

AG Yost on state, federal privacy law, FTC and more
AG Yost discusses the interplay between state and federal privacy laws, enforcement coordination with the FTC, and the state’s cybersecurity agenda.
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Oregon

Oregon AG seeks tougher state breach law
This interview covers Oregon’s efforts to strengthen data‑breach requirements and enhance privacy protections for state residents.
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Pennsylvania

A conversation with AG Josh Shapiro
AG Shapiro addresses privacy enforcement priorities, data‑breach response, and the state’s consumer‑protection initiatives.
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Tennessee

A conversation with AG Herbert Slatery
AG Slatery provides insight on Tennessee’s privacy and cybersecurity issues, enforcement posture, and legislative considerations.
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Texas

A conversation with AG Ken Paxton
This interview focuses on Texas’ privacy‑enforcement efforts, breach‑response expectations, and broader cybersecurity priorities.
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Utah

AG on what to expect from states in 2018
AG Reyes explores anticipated state‑level privacy and cybersecurity actions and evolving enforcement trends.
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Vermont

AG talks regulating data brokers, protecting consumers
AG Donovan discusses Vermont’s pioneering data‑broker legislation and efforts to safeguard consumers from harmful data‑ecosystem practices.
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Washington DC

AG Karl Racine talks consumer privacy
AG Racine discusses consumer‑privacy protection priorities and how the District is approaching enforcement in a rapidly evolving data landscape.
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Wisconsin

A conversation with AG Brad Schimel
AG Schimel provides insights on Wisconsin’s privacy‑related enforcement, breach‑response expectations, and consumer‑protection initiatives.
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