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MS HB1145
Bill
Status
Failed
2/2/2021
Primary Sponsor
Robert Johnson
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AI Summary
- Prohibits state agencies administering assistance programs from publicly disclosing personal or identifying information that reveals applicant identity
- Requires agencies to redact all identifying information (name, address, email, phone number, educational and employment background, relatives' names) before sharing information with outside persons or entities
- Establishes violation as a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $1,000 to $5,000, imprisonment up to 6 months in county jail, or both
- Takes effect July 1, 2021
Legislative Description
State agencies; prohibit disclosure of identifying information received from program applicants.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2021
Committee Referrals
Public Health and Human Services1/18/2021
Full Bill Text
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