Massachusetts S250 regulates the collection, sharing, and sale of consumer health data by businesses operating in the state.

Massachusetts S250, the Consumer Health Data Act, establishes rules for businesses that collect, share, or sell health data of Massachusetts residents. The bill defines "consumer health data" as personal information used to identify a consumer's health status. It mandates that businesses, termed "regulated entities," must obtain clear, informed consent from consumers before collecting or sharing their health data. The act also requires regulated entities to maintain a privacy policy detailing the types of data collected, the sources, and how it is shared.

Massachusetts S250 regulates the collection, sharing, and sale of consumer health data by businesses operating in the state.

Massachusetts S250, the Consumer Health Data Act, establishes rules for businesses that collect, share, or sell health data of Massachusetts residents. The bill defines "consumer health data" as personal information used to identify a consumer's health status. It mandates that businesses, termed "regulated entities," must obtain clear, informed consent from consumers before collecting or sharing their health data. The act also requires regulated entities to maintain a privacy policy detailing the types of data collected, the sources, and how it is shared.