Episode #308
The Data Diva E308 - Monique Priestley and Debbie Reynolds
Send us Fan Mail Monique Priestley, Vermont State Representative In this episode of “The Data Diva” Talks Privacy, Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva” speaks with Monique Priestley, Vermont State Representative, in a return appearance about what happens behind the scenes when lawmakers work to strengthen privacy and consumer protection. Building on their earlier discussion of Vermont H.121, Monique explains how the state’s privacy efforts evolved into separate initiatives involving children’s protections, data brokers, and comprehensive consumer privacy legislation. The conversation offers a candid look at legislative negotiations, industry lobbying, expert testimony, political pressure, and the compromises that can shape the final language of privacy legislation. Debbie and Monique also discuss the importance of independent expertise, public education, and understanding the substance of a bill, including its definitions, exemptions, enforcement provisions, and consumer protections, rather than relying only on whether it passed or failed. By popular demand, Debbie Reynolds Consulting is now offering executive briefings on emerging data privacy risks and how companies can avoid them. To learn more, visit the Executive briefings page on my website. Support the show Join Data Diva Confidential for exclusive email content featuring practical guidance, expert analysis, and strategic insights on data privacy, AI governance, cybersecurity, and emerging technology, delivered directly to your inbox. Subscribe at https://www.debbiereynoldsadvisory.com/datadivaconfidential Debbie Reynolds Consulting, LLC
