An Act to protect biometric information

This bill establishes a new chapter in Massachusetts law to protect biometric information, such as fingerprints, facial scans, and voiceprints, from unauthorized collection and use. It directly affects businesses and organizations that handle this data, requiring them to obtain clear, opt-in consent from individuals before collecting or processing their biometric details. The legislation defines specific terms to clarify what constitutes biometric data and outlines rules against monetizing this information or sharing it without permission. Additionally, the law sets standards for how entities must manage, store, and delete biometric data to prevent harm to individuals.