S39
An Act protecting sensitive personal information from breaches and other cybersecurity incidents
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Bill overview
This bill aims to protect sensitive personal information within Massachusetts by establishing a Cyber Incident Response Team. The goal is to better prepare the state for cybersecurity breaches and other incidents that could compromise personal data. It seeks to improve the state’s ability to respond to and mitigate these threats effectively. The bill was passed by the House and referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
Key provisions
- Creates a Massachusetts Cyber Incident Response Team.
- Aims to protect sensitive personal information.
- Addresses breaches and other cybersecurity incidents.
- Designed to improve the state’s cybersecurity preparedness.
- Related to cybersecurity and artificial intelligence
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Businesses operating in Massachusetts
- Government agencies in Massachusetts
- Individuals whose personal information is stored by entities in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Establishes a dedicated team to respond to cyber incidents.
- Focuses on protecting sensitive personal information.
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Primary sponsor
Barry R. Finegold
Cosponsor
Barry R. Finegold
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Bill S.39 194th (Current)
An Act protecting sensitive personal information from breaches and other cybersecurity incidents
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 39) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to protect sensitive personal information from breaches and other cybersecurity incidents by creating a Massachusetts Cyber Incident Response Team. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Barry R. Finegold
Emergency Preamble
Whereas, The deferred operation of this act would tend to defeat its purpose, which is to further regulate cybersecurity and breaches of personal information, therefore it is hereby declared to be an emergency law, necessary for the immediate preservation of the public safety.
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.39
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 3/24/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 5/12/2025 | Senate | Accompanied S49 |
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