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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 5, 2026

S 250: An Act relative to consumer health data

By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 250) of Robyn K. Kennedy, Steven Owens and Manny Cruz for legislation relative to consumer health data. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates consumer health data under consumer protection, aligning with data privacy safeguards in technology policy.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1309: An Act to ban phishing

HD 1309 (An Act to ban phishing) makes it a crime to impersonate a legitimate business via email, web pages, or online services with intent to steal payment details or personal information. It directly affects individuals or groups committing phishing scams, imposing penalties of up to $5,000 fines, 2.5 years in jail, or both. The law defines key terms like "electronic mail message" and targets unauthorized attempts to obtain sensitive data through deceptive digital communications. This bill creates new criminal liability for specific phishing tactics under Massachusetts law (adding Section 37F to Chapter 266).

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBans phishing scams targeting personal data, directly enhancing cybersecurity and protecting data privacy through criminal penalties for deceptive digital communications.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Digital Government

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1471: An Act relative to protecting personal data in ammunition transactions

By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1679) of Peter J. Durant for legislation to protect personal data in ammunition transactions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly protects personal data in ammunition transactions, aligning with data privacy protections under technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 26, 2025

S 2538: An Act strengthening health care protections in the Commonwealth

This bill strengthens protections for providers of reproductive and gender-affirming health care services in Massachusetts. It prohibits state agencies from sharing personal information (like addresses or contact details) of these providers or cooperating with out-of-state investigations into their services. The law also blocks evidence related to legally protected health care from being used against providers in civil or criminal cases, and restricts health data centers from disclosing patient or provider information to outside entities investigating such services. These provisions directly affect health care providers, clinics, and state agencies handling health data.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens protections for reproductive/gender-affirming care providers by blocking data sharing, restricting legal evidence use, and preventing state cooperation with out-of-state investigations, directly advancing patient rights and servic...95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill prohibits sharing health provider data and restricts data centers from disclosing patient information, strengthening data privacy protections within health care technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 2158: An Act relative to municipal light plants

By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2158) of John F. Keenan and Robyn K. Kennedy for legislation relative to municipal light plants to expand protection for other plant services, telecommunications and cable services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExpands protection for telecommunications services, supporting internet access infrastructure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3667: An Act relative to the free flow of information

This Massachusetts bill, the Free Flow of Information Act, protects journalists and their sources by prohibiting government entities from compelling disclosure of "protected information" (such as confidential sources or journalistic records) without a court order. It requires courts to find by a preponderance of evidence that disclosure is necessary to prevent terrorism or imminent violence before allowing such disclosure. The law also shields journalists' personal accounts and devices on covered service providers (like social media platforms) from compelled disclosure, mandating notice to the journalist and narrow tailoring of any court-ordered information. This law aims to safeguard journalistic integrity by limiting government access to sensitive materials while maintaining strict court oversight.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProtects journalist data privacy by restricting government access to sources and records without court order, aligning with data privacy safeguards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Social Media

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2422: An Act allowing for fiscal resilience through strategic investment in stable digital financial assets

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2008) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to permit the inclusion of bitcoin and other stable digital financial assets to serve as stores of value and provide a hedge against inflation, thereby protecting the purchasing power of state funds. Revenue.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly permits state funds to use bitcoin and stable digital assets, advancing digital financial technology adoption in fiscal policy.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 27, 2025

HD 3628: An Act for the protection and privacy of social care information

By Representative Giannino of Revere, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 378) of Jessica Ann Giannino relative to the protection and privacy of information about an individual’s social needs. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly protects privacy of social care information, aligning with data privacy in technology policy.90% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4935: An Act allowing "print-free" digital legal notices for the town of North Brookfield

This bill allows North Brookfield's government bodies (like the Board of Selectmen, School Committee, and Planning Board) to post legal notices digitally instead of in print newspapers, addressing the town's lack of an adequate local print newspaper. It permits posting notices on newspaper websites, qualifying local news sites, state notice repositories, or the town's own website, subject to approval by the governing body or a municipal official. The bill does not change existing timing requirements for notices under Massachusetts law. It specifically applies only to North Brookfield and takes effect upon passage.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEnables digital legal notices, reducing print reliance and promoting tech adoption in municipal communications, aligning with digital access goals.85% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3302: An Act relative to access to justice

This bill restricts Massachusetts state agencies from sharing certain data with federal immigration authorities. It prohibits the Registry of Motor Vehicles from disclosing driver's license information for immigration enforcement (except with a warrant), bans using criminal records for non-criminal justice purposes like immigration checks, and requires written consent for immigration interviews of people in state custody. The law mandates uniform consent forms explaining interview rights in multiple languages and prohibits law enforcement from asking victims, witnesses, or their families about immigration status unless required by law. These provisions directly affect immigrants interacting with Massachusetts state systems, including those in custody or seeking court services.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRestricts state data sharing with federal immigration authorities, prohibits RMV disclosure without warrant, bans criminal record use for immigration checks, limiting federal enforcement cooperation.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts state agencies from sharing personal data (driver's license, criminal records) with immigration authorities without consent/warrant, enhancing data privacy protections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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