Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H1754 — An Act establishing an internet bill of rights

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis.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.

Summary

An Act establishing an internet bill of rights

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This bill introduces a new chapter, Chapter 93M, to establish an Internet Bill of Rights that outlines protections for personal data and data subjects in the commonwealth.

  • Chapter 93M

    Internet Bill of Rights

    This creates a new chapter in the General Laws focused on Internet rights.

  • Chapter 93M, Section 1

    As used in this chapter the following terms shall, unless the context clearly requires otherwise, have the following meanings: ...

    Defines key terms related to personal data and data protection.

  • Chapter 93M, Section 2

    (a) Natural persons shall be entitled to protections relative to the processing of personal data and the free movement of personal data...

    Establishes rights for natural persons regarding personal data processing.

  • Chapter 93M, Section 2

    This chapter shall apply to the processing of personal data wholly or partly by automated means and to the processing other than by automated means...

    Specifies the scope of the chapter regarding automated and non-automated processing.

  • Chapter 93M, Section 3

    (a) Personal data shall be: (i) processed lawfully, fairly and in a transparent manner...

    Sets out principles for lawful and fair processing of personal data.

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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 H1754 do?
An Act establishing an internet bill of rights
Who sponsors H1754?
H1754 is sponsored by Russell E. Holmes (Democrat).
What is the current status of H1754?
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 H1754?
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