Wyoming committee revisits bill limiting government transfer of personal data amid title-records, security concerns

May 16, 2025

A Select Committee hearing on a bill draft (26 LSO 12) to restrict government entities from transferring personal data drew detailed testimony from title industry counsel, consumer advocates and technologists about access for title companies, public-records conflicts and data security measures including retention and destruction rules.

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The Select Committee on Blockchain, Financial Technology and Digital Innovation Technology heard detailed testimony Friday on 26 LSO 12, a bill draft that would bar government entities from purchasing, selling, trading or transferring personal data without a person’s express written consent, with limited exceptions for other government entities, contractors, law, and transfers allowed by HIPAA or FERPA.

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