An Act protecting sensitive personal information from breaches and other cybersecurity incidents
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a Massachusetts Cyber Incident Response Team to help protect sensitive personal information from cybersecurity breaches and other incidents. The emergency preamble indicates that the law is needed immediately to address cybersecurity risks. The team will likely assist organizations in responding to and recovering from data breaches, enhancing the state’s overall cybersecurity posture. This legislation aims to bolster Massachusetts’ ability to safeguard residents’ personal data.
Key provisions
- Establishes a Massachusetts Cyber Incident Response Team.
- Focuses on protecting sensitive personal information.
- Aims to improve the state’s response to cybersecurity incidents.
- Likely includes provisions for information sharing and coordination among relevant agencies.
- Addresses the potential for data breaches and other cybersecurity threats.
Who is affected
- Businesses handling sensitive personal information in Massachusetts.
- Residents of Massachusetts whose personal information may be at risk.
- State agencies and government entities.
- Cybersecurity professionals and organizations.
Notable changes
- Creates a dedicated team to manage cybersecurity incidents.
- May establish protocols for data breach notification and response.
- Could lead to increased collaboration between state and private sector entities in cybersecurity.
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