Establishes "Privacy Protection Act" to regulate collection and sharing of personal information by government entities and health care facilities.
The "Privacy Protection Act" aims to safeguard personal information by restricting its collection and sharing by government entities and health care facilities. It prohibits these entities from collecting or sharing personal information unless necessary for administering services or programs, or as required by law, court order, or federal statute. Exceptions include disclosures for motor vehicle safety, emissions, and voter registration. The Act mandates that government entities review and update their confidentiality policies and post them on their websites.
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