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Can I collect age information from participants in Massachusetts? What are the requirements?
Yes, you can collect age information from participants in Massachusetts, but there are certain requirements that must be followed to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations.
According to 105 CMR 700.000: Uniform Statewide Standards for Protection of Personal Information of Residents of the Commonwealth, any person or entity that collects personal information from Massachusetts residents must implement and maintain a comprehensive information security program that includes administrative, technical, and physical safeguards.
Additionally, the program must include specific requirements for the collection, storage, use, and disclosure of personal information, including age information. For example, personal information must be collected only for a specific purpose and must be relevant to that purpose.
Furthermore, the program must include reasonable measures to protect against unauthorized access to or use of personal information, including age information.
It is also important to note that certain types of age information may be subject to additional regulations. For example, if you plan to collect age information from minors, you may need to comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting any personal information.
Therefore, if you plan to collect age information from participants in Massachusetts, you must ensure that you have a comprehensive information security program in place that includes these requirements.
In addition, you may need to comply with other regulations depending on the context of the age information you are collecting. For example, if you are collecting age information as part of a Phase 1 Application for a license, you must follow the requirements set forth in 205 CMR 111.00 [1.2].
Overall, it is recommended that you consult with a legal professional to ensure that you are complying with all applicable laws and regulations when collecting age information in Massachusetts.
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