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Can I ensure that my company is compliant with expanding privacy protections in New Hampshire? What are the requirements?
Privacy Protections in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has recently expanded its privacy protections with the passage of House Bill 480 (HB 480), which went into effect on January 1, 2021. HB 480 requires certain businesses to implement reasonable data security practices and to notify affected individuals in the event of a data breach.
Requirements for Compliance
To ensure compliance with HB 480, businesses must:
- Implement reasonable data security practices to protect personal information [1.1]
- Notify affected individuals in the event of a data breach [1.1]
Additionally, businesses that collect personal information from New Hampshire residents must comply with the state’s data privacy laws, which include:
- Requiring businesses to obtain consent before collecting, using, or disclosing personal information [1.4]
- Requiring businesses to provide individuals with access to their personal information and the ability to correct inaccuracies [1.4]
- Requiring businesses to provide notice to individuals about the collection, use, and disclosure of their personal information [1.4]
Conclusion
To ensure compliance with expanding privacy protections in New Hampshire, businesses must implement reasonable data security practices and notify affected individuals in the event of a data breach. Additionally, businesses that collect personal information from New Hampshire residents must comply with the state’s data privacy laws, which include obtaining consent, providing access to personal information, and providing notice to individuals.
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New Hampshire