Technology (Cybersecurity)

in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 16, 2025

S 2631: An Act to protect against election misinformation

Senate, October 16, 2025 -- The committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 44) of Michael O. Moore for legislation relative to deceptive and fraudulent deepfakes in election communications, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2631).

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAddresses deepfake misinformation in elections through cybersecurity committee, enhancing digital integrity and combating tech-enabled election fraud.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2333: An Act protecting sensitive personal information from breaches and other cybersecurity incidents

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 39) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to protect sensitive personal information from breaches and other cybersecurity incidents by creating a Massachusetts Cyber Incident Response Team. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates Cyber Incident Response Team to protect personal data from breaches, directly enhancing cybersecurity and data privacy protections per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 27, 2025

HD 2135: An Act establishing the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act

By Representative Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 78) of Tricia Farley-Bouvier and others for legislation to establish the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes consumer data privacy protections, directly aligning with 'protects data privacy' indicator for technology policy support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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passed both · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 9, 2026

S 30: An Act protecting children from addictive social media feeds

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 30) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation to protect children from addictive social media feeds. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates social media platforms to protect children, aligning with consumer protection in tech regulation per topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Social Media

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 78: An Act establishing the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act

By Representative Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 78) of Tricia Farley-Bouvier and others for legislation to establish the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes consumer data privacy protections, directly aligning with 'protects data privacy' indicator for technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1679: An Act establishing an internet bill of rights

HD 1679 defines key terms for future data privacy laws but does not establish new rights or obligations. It creates a framework by defining terms like "personal data," "biometric data," "controller," and "data breach" for use in upcoming legislation. This bill directly affects future laws governing data privacy in the Commonwealth, not current entities or individuals. It serves as a foundational reference for any subsequent internet privacy regulations.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyDefines terms for future data privacy laws, creating framework for stronger protections under technology policy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1455: An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 36) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to protect residents from abusive use of their biometric information. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates accountability for biometric tech use to protect resident data privacy, directly aligning with regulatory support for consumer protection in digital rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2430: An Act providing for consumer protection in a digital economy

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 40) of Barry R. Finegold that the Office of the State Treasurer develop and periodically review and update a digital module and resources on cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates digital asset resources for consumer protection in digital economy, aligning with privacy and digital rights indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SD 267: An Act establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 45) of Michael O. Moore, Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch, James B. Eldridge and others for legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act, directly protecting consumer data and aligning with privacy/cybersecurity indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1555: An Act relative to the modernization of state agency information technology systems

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 31) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation to modernize state agency information technology systems. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill modernizes state IT systems with explicit focus on cybersecurity, aligning with support indicators for strengthening digital infrastructure and security measures.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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