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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to protect electronic privacy. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect electronic privacy. It establishes a warrant requirement for government agencies to access personal electronic information, such as communications records, location data, and metadata, from telecommunications and technology companies. The bill also sets forth specific procedures for obtaining and executing these warrants, including requirements for notification to affected individuals and limitations on the use of cell site simulator devices. Additionally, the bill imposes reporting requirements on judges who issue such warrants or authorize emergency access to electronic information.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (26)
Mike Barrett (D),
Jennifer Benson (D),
Joseph Boncore (D),
Harriette Chandler (D),
Mike Connolly (D),
Julian Cyr (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Nika Elugardo (D),
Cindy Friedman (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Anne Gobi (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Pat Jehlen (D),
Brad Jones (R),
Mary Keefe (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Sarah Peake (D),
Dave Robertson (D),
Maria Robinson (D),
Tom Stanley (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2953 (on 11/16/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S861 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S861.pdf |
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