An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, designed to give residents more control over their personal information. It requires businesses to obtain consent before collecting and using personal data, and it grants individuals rights to access, correct, and delete their data. The act also establishes a private right of action for data breaches involving sensitive personal information.
Key provisions
- Requires businesses to obtain consent for data collection.
- Grants individuals the right to access and correct their personal data.
- Allows individuals to request deletion of their personal data.
- Establishes a private right of action for data breaches involving sensitive personal information.
- Defines ‘sensitive personal information’ (e.g., health data, financial data).
- Creates a process for individuals to file complaints with the state attorney general.
- Specifies requirements for data security measures.
- Defines the scope of the act for businesses operating in Massachusetts.
Who is affected
- Businesses operating in Massachusetts
- Individuals residing in Massachusetts
- Data brokers
- Technology companies
- Employers
Notable changes
- Creates a new legal framework for data privacy in Massachusetts.
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Sponsors
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9 on record
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Cynthia Stone Creem
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
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