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Committee tables driver‑privacy bill after industry warns of legal risks, sponsor offers amendments
Summary
Rep. Bob Carters driver privacy bill aimed at restricting marketing use of DMV records drew opposition from data firms and industry groups who said the draft risked frivolous litigation; sponsor and opponents discussed targeted amendments before the committee tabled HB 662.
Representative Bob Carter opened House Bill 662, the Montana Driver Privacy Protection Act, saying the bill keeps vehicle, license and registration information from unscrupulous actors while preserving law‑enforcement access and safety uses. Carter described mail solicitations and scams and said the bill would reduce harm to consumers.
Opponents included Michael Wells of S&P Global (parent of R.L. Polk and CARFAX), the Consumer Data…
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