Bill
SD 267
Overview: SD 267, An Act establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, Referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity, Introduced o
Overview: SD 267, An Act establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, Referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity, Introduced on February 27, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to establish comprehensive data privacy protections for residents of Massachusetts. The legislation aims to give individuals more control over their personal information and to hold businesses and organizations accountable for how they collect, use, and secure data.
Key Provisions:
- Grants residents the right to access, delete, and download their personal data held by businesses
- Requires businesses to obtain opt-in consent before collecting or sharing sensitive personal information
- Imposes strict data security requirements and breach notification standards
- Establishes a state data privacy enforcement agency and provides for civil penalties for violations
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would impact all businesses and organizations that collect and use personal data of Massachusetts residents, requiring them to update their data practices and compliance measures. Consumers would gain greater control and transparency over how their information is handled.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity for further review and consideration. If enacted, the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act would likely take effect within 12-18 months to allow affected entities time to implement the new requirements.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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