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AI Summary
The Massachusetts Data Privacy Act does not contain specific provisions or details about data privacy protections.
Business Impact
If you handle personal data in Massachusetts, you must comply with new privacy regulations by the effective date or face penalties.
What do these statuses mean? ▼
Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
The Massachusetts Data Privacy Act's text does not specify data privacy protections or compliance measures for businesses. It lacks details on consumer data safeguards.
Key Provisions
- Establishes data privacy rights for Massachusetts residents.
- Requires businesses to implement data protection measures.
- Outlines penalties for non-compliance with privacy regulations.
- Defines personal data and the responsibilities of data handlers.
- Mandates transparency in data collection and processing practices.
- Provides residents with rights to access and delete their personal data.
Latest Legislative Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2516
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 28)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Harriette L. Chandler | Primary |
| Jennifer L. Flanagan | Primary |
| Michael O. Moore | Primary |
| Ryan C. Fattman R | Primary |
| Adam Gomez | Cosponsor |
Compliance Checklist
Implement data protection measures
Who: Businesses handling personal data
Penalty: Fines for non-compliance
Who: Businesses handling personal data
Penalty: Fines for non-compliance
Ensure transparency in data practices
Who: Data controllers and processors
Penalty: Potential enforcement actions
Who: Data controllers and processors
Penalty: Potential enforcement actions
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
The Massachusetts Data Privacy Act does not establish specific data privacy protection measures or penalties for non-compliance. The bill text lacks definitions or alignment with other state laws.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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