Technology

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 289: An Act ensuring internet security and privacy

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 289) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to ensure internet security and privacy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly aims to ensure internet security and privacy, directly aligning with data protection and cybersecurity indicators per topic description.95% confidence

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passed both · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 17, 2026

S 2619: An Act establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act

Senate, September 25, 2025 -- Text of the Senate Bill establishing the Massachusetts data privacy act (being the text of Senate document 2608, printed as amended)

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes data privacy protections, directly aligning with topic's 'protects data privacy' indicator. Explicit bill title confirms intent.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Apr 1, 2026

S 763: An Act relative to telehealth and digital equity for patients

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 763) of Adam Gomez, Lindsay N. Sabadosa, Manny Cruz, Sal N. DiDomenico and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to telehealth and digital equity for patients. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands telehealth access and ensures digital equity, improving patient access to healthcare services per title and summary.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes digital equity for telehealth access, advancing technology accessibility and internet inclusion for patients.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Telehealth

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 9, 2025

S 42: An Act protecting against cyber ransom

By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 42) of Paul W. Mark for legislation to protect against cyber ransom. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly targets cyber ransom attacks, directly enhancing cybersecurity protections as a core component of technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 9, 2025

S 32: Resolve relative to digital impersonation and exploitation

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 32) of Julian Cyr that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the potential impacts and legal implications of advanced technology and the internet on protecting individuals from exploitation. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes commission to study tech impacts on exploitation protection, aligning with data privacy/cybersecurity goals without direct action85% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 850: An Act relative to honest online political advertisement disclosure and election interference

By Representative LeBoeuf of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 850) of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf relative to electioneering communication expenditures. Election Laws.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires disclosure of online political ads to prevent election interference, aligning with data privacy protections and digital rights regulations.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 14, 2025

H 100: An Act establishing a commission to study a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators

By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 100) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative the inequity of digital access through the recruitment and implementation of digital navigators. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes commission to study digital access inequity via digital navigators, promoting digital equity and internet access expansion.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Oct 14, 2025

H 4596: An Act establishing a commission to study a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators

H 4596 establishes a Massachusetts Digital Navigation Commission to study how to create a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators - trusted community guides who help residents access affordable internet, devices, and digital skills. The commission, made up of state agency representatives and community organizations, will examine funding models, qualifications for navigators, and how digital navigation services impact health and equity. It will also analyze existing regional initiatives and collect data to inform recommendations. The commission must submit a report with its findings and proposed legislation within six months, but the bill itself does not create the credentialing program or mandate changes.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates commission to study credentialing for digital navigators who help residents access affordable internet and digital skills, directly advancing internet access and digital equity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 14, 2025

H 101: An Act establishing free broadband internet access in public housing

By Representative Sena of Acton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 101) of Danillo A. Sena and others for an investigation by the Department of Public Health of broadband internet access and its relation to the public health objectives. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides free broadband access in public housing, enhancing tenant services within affordable housing units without restricting housing policies.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes free broadband internet access in public housing, directly expanding internet access and promoting digital equity as a key support indicator.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 14, 2025

H 92: An Act creating the Massachusetts digital equity broadband adoption program

By Representative Moran of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 92) of Frank A. Moran relative to establishing within the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development a digital equity broadband adoption program. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a broadband adoption program focused on digital equity, directly expanding internet access and aligning with technology policy goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Cybersecurity

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