Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S29 — An Act to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The Massachusetts Data Privacy Act sets guidelines for how personal data is handled.

This act aims to enhance data privacy protections for individuals in Massachusetts. It establishes regulations on data collection, usage, and sharing by businesses.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This means your personal information will be better protected when companies process employee data.
  • Consumers: This means you will have more control and transparency over your personal data.
  • Small Business: This means you may need to adjust your data practices to comply with new privacy regulations.

Summary

An Act to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S29 do?
An Act to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act
Who sponsors S29?
S29 is sponsored by Cynthia Stone Creem (Democrat).
What is the current status of S29?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S29?
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