July 20241. Governing TextsOn March 2, 2021, the Virginia State Governor signed into law the Consumer Data Protection Act (CDPA), which entered into effect on January 1, 2023. 1.1. Key acts, regulations, directives, billsThe CDPA regulates privacy and data protection matters in Virginia. In addition, House Bill 707 to amend the Consumer Data Protection Act; protections for children (the Children's Data Amendments) which enters into effect on January 1, 2025, provides further requirements for data protection.1.2. GuidelinesThe Attorney General of Virginia (AG) has not yet issued any guidance.1.3. Case lawNot applicable.2. Scope of Application2.1. Personal scopeThe CDPA applies to persons that