INTERIM. State Creates Office of Data Privacy and Protection

What State created an Office of Data Privacy and Protection? Washington

Did it do it by legislative action? No. It was created by Executive Action.

2 Reasons Why Washington State Created this new Data Office:

• Washington is the “world’s center for digital commerce.”
  • That’s sure to make Texans happy.
• “good cybersecurity is essential to the continuity of global commerce and to a thriving economy”

3 Powers the new Office of Data will have:

• Train state agencies on best privacy practices
• Assist Washington residents through consumer outreach and education programs
• Conduct annual reviews of the state’s privacy policies and practices

Governing | Washington State Creates Office of Privacy and Data Protection