Technology

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1316: An Act relative to cyberattack response in Massachusetts

This bill amends Massachusetts' civil defense law to explicitly address cyber threats. It adds definitions for "Critical Infrastructure" (including election systems, transportation, utilities, and water/gas/electric systems), "Cybersecurity Attack" (disrupting or stealing data), and "Cyber System" (networked hardware/software). These definitions clarify that the state's civil defense framework now covers cyberattacks targeting government systems or critical infrastructure deemed at risk by the governor. The law directly affects state agencies and the operators of essential infrastructure sectors by establishing a legal basis for response planning.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAdds definitions for cyber threats and integrates cybersecurity into civil defense to protect critical infrastructure from attacks.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1678: An Act protecting the privacy of library user data

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2133) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to protect the privacy of library user data. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly protects library user data privacy, aligning with data privacy indicators under technology policy support.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 2051: Resolve relative to children’s mental health in social media

HD 2051 creates a special commission to investigate how social media affects children's mental health and safety in Massachusetts. The commission, including health officials, educators, advocates, and youth representatives, will study risks like cyberbullying, addictive features, and harmful content, and examine how social media algorithms work. It will also identify best practices for social media companies to protect children and develop recommendations for parents, schools, and public awareness. The commission must submit its final report and draft legislation by December 31, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates commission to study social media's impact on children's mental health and develop protective recommendations, supporting mental health services within healthcare framework.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates commission to study social media's impact on children's mental health and develop best practices for companies, aligning with regulating tech for consumer safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Online Safety Social Media

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 27, 2025

HD 3779: An Act relative to digital right to repair

By Representative Madaro of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 433) of Adrian C. Madaro and others relative to diagnostic, service or repair information and services for digital electronic products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates access to repair information for digital devices, advancing consumer digital rights and repair freedom per right-to-repair movement.95% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · House May 19, 2025

HD 4399: An Act protecting children from addictive social media feeds

By Representative MacGregor of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William F. MacGregor for legislation to regulate social media feeds. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates social media feeds for child protection, aligning with consumer safety regulations on tech platforms per bill title and summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Social Media

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 306: An Act to invest in Massachusetts citizens

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 306) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to invest in Massachusetts citizens. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly references 'Emerging Technologies' under Economic Development, indicating investment support for technology advancement.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 8, 2025

H 461: An Act relative to consumer health data

By Representatives Sabadosa of Northampton and Owens of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 461) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa, Steven Owens and others relative to consumer health data. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates consumer health data handling, strengthening privacy protections under data privacy framework as a core consumer protection measure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 1, 2025

H 3983: An Act relative to establishing a workforce training trust fund for emerging technologies

By Representative Diggs of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3983) of Kip A. Diggs for legislation to establish a workforce training trust fund for emerging technologies. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEstablishes a trust fund for workforce training in emerging technologies, directly advancing worker skills and employment opportunities in growing sectors.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes trust fund for workforce training in emerging technologies, directly funding tech workforce development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Apr 23, 2026

S 262: An Act to protect life-saving electronic health records from reckless corporate greed and corruption

By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 262) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to protect life-saving electronic health records from reckless corporate greed and corruption. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly protects life-saving electronic health records from corporate corruption, aligning with protecting patient data integrity in healthcare services.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProtects electronic health records from corporate misuse, aligning with data privacy protections under technology policy80% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1626: An Act preventing rampant online technological exploitation and criminal trafficking

By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1626) of Manny Cruz relative to preventing rampant online technological exploitation and criminal trafficking and establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to examine sentencing for criminal online technological exploitation. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes commission to examine sentencing for online exploitation, directly addressing criminal justice sentencing reform within Judiciary framework.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill prevents online exploitation and criminal trafficking, aligning with cybersecurity and data protection goals through judicial examination of sentencing.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Sentencing

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