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On October 9, 2025, Rhode Island Governor signed into law a new communications legislation aimed at protecting consumer privacy in the digital age. The bill, known as the Communications Privacy Protection Act, comes in response to growing concerns about data breaches and the misuse of personal information by companies.Under the new law, telecommunications companies and internet service providers operating in Rhode Island will be required to obtain explicit consent from customers before collecting or sharing their personal data. This includes information such as browsing history, geolocation data, and device identifiers.Additionally, the legislation mandates that companies must clearly disclose how they collect and use customer data, as well as provide consumers with the option to opt-out of having their information shared with third parties. Violations of the law can result in hefty fines for companies found to be in violation.Governor praised the new legislation as a critical step in safeguarding the privacy rights of Rhode Island residents. "In an increasingly interconnected world, it is imperative that we take steps to protect the personal information of our citizens," said Governor. "This law will ensure that Rhode Islanders have control over their own data and can trust that their privacy is being respected."The Communications Privacy Protection Act has been met with widespread support from consumer advocacy groups and privacy advocates. They believe that this law will set a precedent for other states to follow in protecting consumer privacy in an era where personal data is constantly being collected and shared.Overall, the passage of this new communications law represents a significant win for consumer privacy rights in Rhode Island and sets a higher standard for telecommunications companies and internet service providers to uphold.