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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2259: An Act protecting transportation network driver data privacy and integrity

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2259) of John J. Cronin for legislation to protect transportation network driver data privacy and integrity. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly protects driver data privacy, aligning with tech privacy safeguards and consumer protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Telecommunications

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 2, 2025

H 512: An Act to expand the Massachusetts School Building Authority and create a new program to assist public school districts with 21st century technology upgrades

By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 512) of Bruce J. Ayers relative to technology upgrade programs for public schools. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates new program to fund 21st-century technology upgrades for public schools, directly enhancing educational infrastructure and resources through expanded School Building Authority authority.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds technology upgrades for public schools, expanding digital infrastructure and access in education as a direct advancement of 21st century technology use.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 2, 2025

H 745: An Act establishing a grant program for school connectivity

By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 745) of Marcus S. Vaughn for legislation to establish a grant program for school connectivity to upgrade cellular connectivity in school districts. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes grant program to fund school connectivity upgrades, directly enhancing educational infrastructure and access for K-12 schools.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes grant program to upgrade school cellular connectivity, directly expanding internet access for educational institutions.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 12, 2025

S 47: An Act relative to surveillance pricing in grocery stores

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 47) of Michael O. Moore for legislation to prohibit surveillance pricing based on the biometric data of individuals collected on the premises of a food store and food department. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits biometric data collection for pricing, protecting consumer privacy under data privacy regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 12, 2025

S 36: An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 36) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to protect residents from abusive use of their biometric information. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly regulates biometric tech use to protect residents' privacy, aligning with data privacy and cybersecurity protections in the topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 12, 2025

S 29: An Act to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 29) of Cynthia Stone Creem, Rebecca L. Rausch, Joanne M. Comerford, James B. Eldridge and other members of the Senate for legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes data privacy protections, directly advancing consumer data security under technology policy95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 12, 2025

S 33: An Act establishing the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act

By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 33) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. for legislation to establish the comprehensive Massachusetts consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes consumer data privacy protections, directly aligning with topic's data privacy focus and indicators for support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 12, 2025

S 197: An Act to protect safety and privacy by stopping the sale of location data

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 197) of Cynthia Stone Creem, Rebecca L. Rausch, Michael O. Moore, Joanne M. Comerford and other members of the General Court for legislation to protect reproductive health access, LGBTQ lives, religious liberty, and freedom of movement by banning the sale of cell phone location information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly bans sale of cell phone location data to protect privacy, directly aligning with data privacy protections under technology policy indicators.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 12, 2025

S 49: An Act relative to cybersecurity and artificial intelligence

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 49) of Michael O. Moore and James B. Eldridge for legislation to implement annual statewide public employee cybersecurity training. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates annual cybersecurity training for public employees, directly strengthening cybersecurity measures per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 12, 2025

S 45: An Act establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 45) of Michael O. Moore, Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch, James B. Eldridge and others for legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes data privacy protections, regulating tech companies for consumer data security per bill title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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