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MA H1982

MA H1982
Relative to social media privacy protection


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to social media consumer privacy protection. Labor and Workforce Development.

AI Summary

This bill aims to protect the privacy of social media accounts of students and employees in Massachusetts. It prohibits educational institutions and employers from requiring access to or information from students' and employees' personal social media accounts, except in limited circumstances such as to ensure compliance with laws or investigate specific relevant information. The bill also provides for civil penalties and damages for violations. It applies to both public and private higher education institutions, elementary and secondary schools, and employers in the state.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied S1170 (on 04/07/2022)

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