This bill would amend current statutes to enhance the confidentiality of personal identifying information held by the Department of Health Services (DHS) regarding individuals licensed or certified by the department, including emergency medical care technicians (EMCTs). Specifically, it would prohibit DHS from selling or disclosing such information for commercial purposes without the individual's consent, and it would declare this information confidential and exempt from public records laws when requested for commercial reasons. The bill also clarifies the definition of "personal identifying information" to include various sensitive data points, such as social security numbers, personal addresses, and biometric records.

Additionally, the bill allows for certain disclosures of personal identifying information, such as with the consent of the EMCT or when the information is de-identified or aggregated to prevent identification. It maintains that DHS can share licensure information with other regulatory entities and disclose an EMCT's licensing history or disciplinary records. Overall, the proposed changes aim to strengthen privacy protections for individuals in the health and emergency services sectors while still allowing for necessary regulatory functions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-2202.02
Senate Engrossed Version: 36-2202.02
House Engrossed Version: 36-104.01, 36-2202.02