Massachusetts H76 amends the definition of personal information to include specific geolocation data and biometric information.

Massachusetts H76 amends the definition of personal information to include specific geolocation data and biometric information. The bill also modifies the definition of breach of security to include unauthorized acquisition or use of unencrypted electronic data or encrypted data when the encryption key or security credential has been acquired. The bill requires entities to provide notice to affected residents in the event of a security breach, detailing the type of personal information compromised and the date or date range of the breach.

Massachusetts H76 amends the definition of personal information to include specific geolocation data and biometric information.

Massachusetts H76 amends the definition of personal information to include specific geolocation data and biometric information. The bill also modifies the definition of breach of security to include unauthorized acquisition or use of unencrypted electronic data or encrypted data when the encryption key or security credential has been acquired. The bill requires entities to provide notice to affected residents in the event of a security breach, detailing the type of personal information compromised and the date or date range of the breach.