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MA H1527

MA H1527
Relative to the tracking of certain electronic devices


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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 the tracking of certain electronic devices using toll collection technology and the inadmissibility of such data in criminal or civil proceeding. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to regulate the use of electronic toll collection technology in Massachusetts. It prohibits using such technology to track vehicle locations for purposes other than toll collection, and requires law enforcement to obtain a warrant before accessing any data collected through toll collection, such as GPS coordinates, vehicle speeds, or license plate information. The bill also makes any data obtained in violation of these provisions inadmissible in criminal or civil proceedings, and allows individuals to file civil lawsuits for damages resulting from improper data sharing. The bill provides an exception for law enforcement to access data without a warrant in emergency situations involving immediate danger of death or serious injury.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)

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