Technology (Cybersecurity)

in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 13, 2026

HD 6293: An Act establishing the Massachusetts Digital Commonwealth

By Representative Uyterhoeven of Somerville, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Erika Uyterhoeven for legislation to regulate artificial intelligence. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill aims to regulate artificial intelligence and address cybersecurity, which aligns with protecting digital rights and enhancing security in the technology sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 23, 2026

H 5295: An Act relative to regulation of minors on social media

By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael P. Kushmerek for legislation to further regulate social media accounts for persons under 16 years of age. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts social media access for minors under 16, limiting technology use and digital participation for a specific age group.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Social Media

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

HD 5696: An Act relative to regulation of minors on social media

By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael P. Kushmerek for legislation to further regulate social media accounts for persons under 16 years of age. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts social media access for minors under 16, imposing a limitation on technology use for a specific group.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Social Media

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 21, 2025

H 93: An Act relative to protecting sensitive information from security breaches

By Representative Nguyen of Andover, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 93) of Tram T. Nguyen relative to protecting sensitive information from security breaches. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly protects sensitive information from security breaches, directly enhancing cybersecurity measures per its title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 2268: An Act regulating insurance coverage for testing and deployment of autonomous vehicles and establishing school zone safety protocol

This bill establishes insurance requirements for autonomous vehicles (AVs) operating in Massachusetts, mandating coverage for general liability, product defects, cybersecurity risks, and pedestrian safety. It requires AVs in school zones to automatically reduce speed to 15 mph via location technology, detect pedestrians within 50 feet, and halt when school buses display stop signals. Testing is prohibited during school hours unless authorized with enhanced monitoring. The law also creates a state insurance pool for AV companies, sets fines up to $50,000 for noncompliance, and mandates public safety reporting on AV incidents.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates cybersecurity risk coverage for AVs and requires tech-based safety protocols, directly enhancing cybersecurity protections.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates AV safety protocols in school zones, enhancing pedestrian safety and vehicle operation standards for transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Autonomous Vehicles Pedestrian Safety

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 315: An Act establishing the Massachusetts open data standard

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 34) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to establish a Massachusetts Open Data Standard for state and municipal agencies to make public data available. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes open data standard for public access, enhancing data transparency and cybersecurity protocols under IT policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1316: An Act relative to cyberattack response in Massachusetts

This bill amends Massachusetts' civil defense law to explicitly address cyber threats. It adds definitions for "Critical Infrastructure" (including election systems, transportation, utilities, and water/gas/electric systems), "Cybersecurity Attack" (disrupting or stealing data), and "Cyber System" (networked hardware/software). These definitions clarify that the state's civil defense framework now covers cyberattacks targeting government systems or critical infrastructure deemed at risk by the governor. The law directly affects state agencies and the operators of essential infrastructure sectors by establishing a legal basis for response planning.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAdds definitions for cyber threats and integrates cybersecurity into civil defense to protect critical infrastructure from attacks.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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in committee · Massachusetts · House May 19, 2025

HD 4399: An Act protecting children from addictive social media feeds

By Representative MacGregor of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William F. MacGregor for legislation to regulate social media feeds. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates social media feeds for child protection, aligning with consumer safety regulations on tech platforms per bill title and summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Social Media

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 11, 2026

H 76: An Act to protect against election misinformation

By Representative Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 76) of Tricia Farley-Bouvier relative to materially deceptive election-related communications. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill targets election misinformation on internet, directly addressing cybersecurity and internet governance as noted in its summary.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 17, 2025

H 82: An Act relative to cyberattack response in Massachusetts

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 82) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to cyberattack responses. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill focuses on improving Massachusetts' response to cyberattacks, directly enhancing cybersecurity measures as stated in title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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