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MA H350

Relative to the online collection of personal information from children and minors


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the online collection of personal information from children and minors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill aims to safeguard children and minors by regulating the online collection and use of their personal information. It prohibits the use, disclosure, or compilation of personal information for targeted marketing purposes without verifiable parental consent for children under 13 and affirmative express consent for minors aged 13-15. The bill also requires clear disclosure and consent for the collection of geolocation information from children and minors, and prohibits operators from discontinuing service to minors or children who refuse to permit the collection of such information. The Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation is tasked with adopting rules and regulations to implement this new law.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5043 (on 10/26/2020)

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