Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont signed a bill expanding the state's Data Privacy Act to include stricter regulations on genetic testing companies. The law, enforced by the Department of Consumer Protection, aims to protect consumer data beyond what is publicly available, affecting businesses operating in Connecticut and potentially influencing similar laws in states like Massachusetts, Illinois, and California.

Supporters argue the expansion enhances consumer privacy protections, while opponents question the law's scope and impact on innovation. The Department of Consumer Protection will oversee implementation and enforcement.