S2618
Establishing privacy standards for student and educator data
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve the privacy and security of student and educator data collected and used by schools and educational institutions in Massachusetts. It establishes standards for how this data can be accessed, used, and shared, with a focus on protecting student privacy rights. The bill requires schools to implement policies and procedures to safeguard student information and provides for greater transparency regarding data practices. It also seeks to limit the use of student data for purposes beyond educational needs.
Key provisions
- Requires schools to develop and implement data privacy policies.
- Establishes guidelines for obtaining parental consent for data collection and use.
- Limits the use of student data to educational purposes.
- Creates a process for students and parents to access and correct their data.
- Mandates data security measures to protect student information.
- Requires schools to report data breaches to the Department of Education.
- Defines specific categories of student data subject to the bill’s protections.
- Creates a task force to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the data privacy standards.
Who is affected
- Students
- Educators
- School districts
- Parents/Guardians
- Massachusetts Department of Education
Notable changes
- Increases transparency regarding student data practices.
- Provides students and parents with greater control over their data.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Barry R. Finegold
Cosponsors
Barry R. Finegold
Jason M. Lewis
John F. Keenan
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Amendment S.2618 194th (Current)
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Barry R. Finegold
Cosponsors
| Name | District/Address |
| Barry R. Finegold | Second Essex and Middlesex |
| Jason M. Lewis | Fifth Middlesex |
| John F. Keenan | Norfolk and Plymouth |
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