Washington’s Privacy Power Move: Setting the Gold Standard for Health Data Protection in 2023
Washington’s “My Health My Data” act is flexing its muscles as one of the strongest consumer data privacy laws. It’s like the superhero of privacy protection, focusing on health data but paving the way for broader safeguards. Legislators across the nation can learn a thing or two from Washington’s playbook.
Hot Take:
Washington is taking your data privacy as seriously as a cat takes a laser pointer, and that’s refreshing. With the “My Health My Data” act, they’re swiping left on snooping bosses, data brokers, and the usual digital privacy predators. So, kudos to Washington for putting their foot down on the data privacy gas pedal – but let’s hope they don’t forget to steer!
Key Points:
- Washington’s new law is one of the strongest consumer data privacy laws, focusing on health data.
- The law requires consent or minimization for data collection and sharing.
- It offers location data privacy protections to prevent tracking around health services.
- Regulated entities must publish privacy policies and limit data access.
- The law empowers individuals to sue for violations under Washington’s consumer protection act.
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