Privacy & Information Security Law Blog

The California Privacy Protection Agency (“CPPA”) and California Attorney General recently announced the formation of a new coalition of state regulators called the Consortium of Privacy Regulators (the “Consortium”). The Consortium includes regulators from California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, New Jersey and Oregon, all of which represent states with comprehensive privacy laws. The participating members will hold regular meetings and coordinate enforcement efforts where they have common interests.

According to CPPA’s announcement, the Consortium will support collaboration on the implementation and enforcement of the participating members’ privacy laws with the shared goal of protecting consumers. The CPPA notes that the Consortium’s goals include facilitating discussions of privacy law developments and shared priorities, with a focus on consumer protection across jurisdictions. The CPPA also notes that, in addition to sharing their expertise and resources, participating regulators will coordinate their efforts to investigate potential violations of applicable laws. 

“We’re proud to collaborate with states across the country to advance consistent, streamlined enforcement of privacy protections to address real-world privacy harms. The Consortium reflects this shared commitment—now and for the future,” said Michael Macko, the CPPA’s head of enforcement. Rob Bonta, California’s Attorney General, added, “Collaborating with partners across the country provides another tool in the toolbox for my office to tackle enforcement priorities and continue safeguarding the privacy rights of Californians.”