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Everybody Loves Your Money
Everybody Loves Your Money
Business
Brandon Marcus

Why Some States Are Tracking Your Purchases Without Your Consent

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Imagine walking into a store, swiping your card, and walking out with your items—business as usual. But behind that simple transaction, your state government may be quietly taking notes. This isn’t paranoia; it’s a growing trend.

Without any warning, certain states are collecting detailed information about what people buy, how they pay, and even where they shop. The public was never asked to agree—and that’s exactly the problem.

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