Bill
LC 1267
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1267, Title: Generally revise student data privacy laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: November 12, 2024Purpose and Intent: The main goa
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1267, Title: Generally revise student data privacy laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: November 12, 2024
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to strengthen student data privacy protections in the state. The legislation aims to address concerns about the collection, use, and security of sensitive student information by schools and educational technology providers.
Key Provisions:
- Requires schools and vendors to obtain parental consent before collecting certain types of student data
- Prohibits the use of student data for targeted advertising or commercial purposes
- Mandates data security standards and breach notification requirements for schools and vendors
- Establishes a student data privacy council to provide oversight and guidance
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Students and their families would benefit from increased privacy safeguards for their personal information
- Schools and educational technology companies would need to adapt their data practices to comply with the new requirements
- The state education department would be responsible for implementing and enforcing the new student data privacy laws
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill was introduced in the state legislature but did not advance further in the legislative process, and it ultimately died. If reintroduced in the future, it would need to go through the full committee review and voting process before potentially becoming law.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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