S 2615
An Act protecting personal security
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Bill overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act Protecting Personal Security,’ aims to safeguard individuals’ identities and personal information. Specifically, it addresses the potential risks associated with name changes and seeks to enhance protections related to personal financial information. The bill’s purpose is to provide greater security against misuse of personal data and identity theft. It is currently under review by the Senate Ways and Means Committee.
Key provisions
- Addresses risks associated with name changes.
- Enhances protections for personal financial information.
- Seeks to prevent misuse of personal data.
- Aims to reduce the risk of identity theft.
- Related to security measures for personal information
Who is affected
- Individuals
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Consumers
- Financial institutions
Notable changes
- The bill focuses on name changes as a potential vulnerability.
- It builds upon existing legislation regarding personal financial information security.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Cosponsors
Brendan P. Crighton
Jason M. Lewis
Joanne M. Comerford
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Bill S.2615 194th (Current)
An Act An Act protecting personal security
Senate, September 29, 2025 -- The committee on The Judiciary to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1045) of Joanne M. Comerford, Mindy Domb, Brendan P. Crighton, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect personal security before a decree of a change of name, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2615).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on the Judiciary Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.2615
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/29/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on The Judiciary |
| 9/29/2025 | Senate | New draft of S1045 |
| 9/29/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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