H2687
An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to limit the ability of federal criminal justice agencies to access personal data of Massachusetts residents. It aims to protect privacy by requiring agencies to demonstrate a specific and substantial need before requesting such data. The bill also calls for a study on the impact of federal surveillance on Massachusetts residents and their data. It intends to increase transparency and accountability in data sharing practices.
Key provisions
- Requires federal criminal justice agencies to demonstrate a substantial need before accessing personal data of Massachusetts residents.
- Establishes a process for Massachusetts residents to challenge requests for their data.
- Directs the Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee to study the impact of federal surveillance on the state.
- Promotes transparency regarding data sharing practices between federal agencies and Massachusetts residents.
- Addresses data access by criminal justice agencies.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Federal criminal justice agencies
- The Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee
Notable changes
- Introduces requirements for demonstrating a substantial need for data access.
- Creates a mechanism for residents to contest data requests.
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Primary sponsor
David M. Rogers
Cosponsors
David M. Rogers
Patrick Joseph Kearney
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Bill H.2687 194th (Current)
An Act relative to protecting Massachusetts residents against federal government surveillance
By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2687) of David M. Rogers and Patrick Joseph Kearney relative to personal data access by criminal justice agencies. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Presenter: David M. Rogers
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2687
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 4/23/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27) |
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