This FAQs section provides clear, practical answers about the Montana Consumer Data Privacy Act (“MCDPA”), set to take effect on October 1, 2024. The law grants Montana residents rights to access, correct, delete, and opt out of the sale and targeted advertising use of their personal data. Modeled after other state privacy laws, MCDPA places compliance obligations on data controllers and processors, with enforcement handled by the Montana Attorney General. Use this resource as a starting point to understand concepts, scopes, and rights as you assess how the law may apply to your organization.
