Requires Deletion of Student Personal Information
Virginia · HB1534 · Introduced Oct 16, 2026
Why it matters
Families would have more control over their children's data after school contracts end. Companies would have to track and erase that information on a set schedule.
What it does
- Requires school software companies to delete student personal information within six months after their school contract ends
- Requires deletion of family member information collected through school software within the same six months
- Requires deletion of student information within six months after the student graduates from high school
- Applies unless state or federal law requires the information be kept
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About this bill
Requires school software and app companies to delete student and family personal information within six months after a contract ends. The same deadline applies after a student graduates high school.
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Privacy groups would likely say students should not have their data kept for years after they leave school. Deletion deadlines would limit how long companies can hold sensitive information.
💬 The case against
Some software companies would likely say the deadlines add cost and paperwork. They may also argue that keeping some records helps schools and students over time.
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