Technology

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 24, 2025

S 50: An Act establishing a career-to-education data center

By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 50) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation to establish a career-to-education data center within the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes data center under Tech Services & Security, directly advancing cybersecurity infrastructure as stated in summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 301: An Act advancing the economic development of the commonwealth through comprehensive data privacy

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 301) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to establish the Massachusetts Information Privacy and Security Act. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes Massachusetts Information Privacy and Security Act to create comprehensive data privacy protections, directly aligning with privacy protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 96: An Act to provide accountability in the use of biometric recognition technology and comprehensive enforcement

By Representatives Rogers of Cambridge and Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 96) of David M. Rogers and Andres X. Vargas relative to the use of biometric recognition technology. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates accountability and enforcement for biometric tech use, directly aligning with data privacy protections and regulatory oversight of technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 103: An Act to establish the Massachusetts neural data privacy protection act

By Representatives Vargas of Haverhill and Cataldo of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 103) of Andres X. Vargas and Simon Cataldo for legislation to establish the Massachusetts neural data privacy protection act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes neural data privacy protections, directly advancing data privacy in technology policy as indicated by bill title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 4639: An Act for uniform fiduciary access to digital assets

This bill creates rules for estate executors, conservators, or agents (like those named in wills or powers of attorney) to access a person's digital accounts (e.g., email, social media) after death or incapacity. It allows users to specify through online tools provided by tech companies who can access their digital content, overriding conflicting terms-of-service agreements. Fiduciaries can only access what the user authorized, and companies must comply with these user directions. The law applies to all Massachusetts residents' digital assets, regardless of when their will or trust was created.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables user control over digital asset access, overriding restrictive terms-of-service to protect data privacy and consumer rights in digital estate management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Social Media

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 4745: An Act promoting safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth

This bill requires public schools and districts to adopt policies restricting personal electronic device use during school hours and school activities to reduce distractions and support learning. The state education department must provide a model policy including secure device storage options, methods for parents to contact students during the day (including emergencies), and enforcement rules that prevent unfair discipline. Schools must file their adopted policies annually by September 1, with exceptions for students with disabilities, health accommodations, or emergencies. The policy must not lead to student expulsion or suspension solely for device use violations.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates device restrictions to reduce distractions and support learning, directly enhancing educational environment per its title and summary.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts personal electronic device use in schools to reduce distractions, directly limiting technology access in educational settings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 4746: An Act establishing the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act

H 4746 establishes Massachusetts' first comprehensive consumer data privacy law, directly affecting businesses operating in the state that collect personal data ("controllers"). The law requires businesses to obtain clear "affirmative consent" from Massachusetts residents before collecting or selling their personal data, prohibiting manipulative "dark patterns" and ensuring consent requests are transparent, specific, and accessible. Key provisions include strict definitions for data types (like biometric data), rules for "contextual advertising" that doesn't track individuals, and requirements for businesses to honor consumer rights to access, delete, or opt out of data processing. The law applies to all businesses serving Massachusetts residents, with specific protections for children's data and health/wellness information.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires affirmative consent for data collection, prohibits dark patterns, and mandates transparency - directly advancing consumer data privacy protections under technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 104: An Act establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act

By Representatives Vargas of Haverhill and Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 104) of Andres X. Vargas, David M. Rogers and others for legislation to establish the Massachusetts data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes data privacy protections, directly advancing user data security under tech policy framework95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 80: An Act establishing the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act

By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 80) of Kate Hogan and Lindsay N. Sabadosa for legislation to establish a comprehensive consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes comprehensive consumer data privacy protections, directly advancing data privacy within technology policy as per topic indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 86: An Act to protect location privacy

By Representatives Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose and Vieira of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 86) of Kate Lipper-Garabedian, David T. Vieira and others relative to regulation of location information derived from electronic devices. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly protects location privacy through regulation of device location data, directly aligning with data privacy protections under the topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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