An Act establishing the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to create a law in Massachusetts that gives consumers more control over their personal data. It would require businesses to be transparent about how they collect, use, and share consumer data, and to obtain consent before doing so. The law would also grant consumers certain rights, such as the right to access, correct, and delete their data.
Key provisions
- Requires businesses to obtain consumer consent before collecting and using personal data.
- Establishes a process for consumers to access and correct their data.
- Grants consumers the right to request deletion of their data.
- Sets forth rules regarding data security and breach notification.
- Defines categories of personal data subject to the law.
- Creates a process for the Massachusetts Attorney General to enforce the law.
- Specifies exemptions for certain types of data and businesses.
- Establishes a private right of action for certain data breaches.
Who is affected
- Consumers in Massachusetts
- Businesses operating in Massachusetts that collect consumer data
- Data brokers
- Marketing companies
- Technology companies
Notable changes
- This bill establishes a comprehensive data privacy framework for Massachusetts, distinct from federal privacy regulations.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
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