WA HB 1005: Bill
Washington HB 1005 introduces new data privacy regulations, including a universal opt-out for consumers and requirements for data brokers regarding sensitive data and risk assessments.
Aforeworn detected this change in the US State Data-Privacy Laws space on August 22, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Multistate retailers, adtech/data brokers, SaaS platforms, and privacy consultants operating in Washington. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: To be determined based on the bill's effective date.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors US State Data-Privacy Laws continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
New regulations mandate a universal opt-out for consumers and impose data minimization and risk assessment obligations on data brokers.
Who it affects
Multistate retailers, adtech/data brokers, SaaS platforms, and privacy consultants operating in Washington.
What you must do
Review and update data handling practices to comply with new opt-out and risk assessment requirements.
Deadline
To be determined based on the bill's effective date.
Source: https://wslwebservices.leg.wa.gov/legislationservice.asmx/GetLegislationByYear?year=2026
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