An Act to create 253.17 of the statutes; Relating to: protection of pregnant individualsâ information, authorization for disclosure, data breach, and providing a penalty.
Impact
If passed, AB1155 will amend existing laws pertaining to health information privacy, particularly concerning how medical practitioners and facilities manage and share the information of pregnant patients. This change will necessitate that all healthcare providers implement stricter data handling protocols and potentially face penalties for non-compliance. The enforcement of these new regulations may lead healthcare institutions to revise their policies to safeguard against data breaches effectively. Moreover, the bill could contribute to a broader shift toward greater accountability in healthcare practices regarding patient information protection.
Summary
AB1155 focuses on the protection of information related to pregnant individuals, addressing how such information can be disclosed and the penalties for breaches of this data. The bill is designed to enhance the privacy rights of pregnant individuals, ensuring that their sensitive health information is safeguarded against unauthorized access and disclosure. By outlining clear provisions for how data should be handled, the bill aims to create a more rigorous framework for protecting the privacy of pregnant individuals in healthcare settings.
Contention
Discussions surrounding AB1155 have highlighted some points of contention among legislators and stakeholders in the healthcare industry. Supporters argue that the bill is vital for instilling confidence in expecting parents that their sensitive information will remain private, which is especially crucial in an era where data breaches are prevalent. However, opponents express concern over the potential burdens placed on healthcare providers, fearing that stringent requirements might complicate operations or lead to unintended consequences, such as decreased access to care or inadequate support for pregnant individuals in need of timely medical attention.
Crossfiled
An Act to create 253.17 of the statutes; Relating to: protection of pregnant individualsâ information, authorization for disclosure, data breach, and providing a penalty.
Health information; creating the Oklahoma Health Care Transparency Initiative Act of 2026; requiring and authorizing submission of certain data; providing data privacy and security protections; providing penalties; establishing Health Care Cost Transparency Board.
Expands "Daniel's Law" protections; requires Office of Information Privacy to establish portal for prohibiting disclosure of personal information by private entities and establishes penalties for failure to comply.
Expands "Daniel's Law" protections; requires Office of Information Privacy to establish portal for prohibiting disclosure of personal information by private entities and establishes penalties for failure to comply.
Expands protections under "Daniel's Law"; requires Office of Information Privacy to establish portal for prohibiting disclosure of personal information by private entities and establishes penalties for failure to comply.
A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 23-12 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to pregnancy resource centers that receive state funding.