An Act establishing privacy standards for student and educator data
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to create privacy standards for data collected about students and educators in Massachusetts. It seeks to protect sensitive information related to these individuals by establishing guidelines for its collection, use, and storage. The legislation intends to ensure responsible data practices within the education sector. Specifically, it addresses concerns about student and educator data privacy.
Key provisions
- Establishes standards for the collection of student and educator data.
- Defines permitted uses of student and educator data.
- Requires data security measures to protect student and educator information.
- Creates a process for individuals to access and correct their data.
- Addresses data sharing practices between schools and third parties.
- Specifies requirements for parental consent regarding student data.
- Mandates data retention policies.
- Establishes a process for reporting data breaches.
Who is affected
- Students
- Educators
- School districts
- Educational institutions
- Parents/Guardians
Notable changes
- This bill introduces specific privacy standards for student and educator data, building upon existing data privacy laws.
- It may require schools to implement new data security protocols.
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