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MA S174
To protect patient privacy and prevent unfair and deceptive advertising of pregnancy-related services
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to protect patient privacy and prevent unfair and deceptive advertising of pregnancy-related services. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect patient privacy and prevent unfair and deceptive advertising of pregnancy-related services. It establishes a new chapter, Chapter 93A½, in the General Laws that defines key terms like "limited services pregnancy center" and "pregnancy-related service." The bill sets privacy standards for pregnancy services centers, requiring them to obtain consent before processing an individual's personal information and provide a privacy notice. It also prohibits limited services pregnancy centers from making deceptive statements about the pregnancy-related services they provide. The Attorney General is granted enforcement authority, including the ability to seek civil penalties and injunctive relief for violations. The bill would take effect 6 months after passage.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (6)
Barry Finegold (D)*,
Jo Comerford (D),
Cindy Friedman (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Jake Oliveira (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2630 (on 02/12/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S174 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S174.pdf |
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