The proposed bill, titled "An Act to protect privacy of motor vehicle owners and operators from electronic spying," seeks to amend Chapter 90 of the General Laws in Massachusetts by introducing a new section that establishes strict privacy protections for information collected by automobile surveillance devices. These devices include GPS trackers and event data recorders, which are used to monitor the location and operation of private vehicles. Under the new provisions, any data collected by such devices would be inadmissible in legal proceedings, and any conviction based on this data would be void. Additionally, the bill prohibits the collection, sale, or use of this information for any purpose other than vehicle diagnosis and repair, mandating that all data be destroyed after use.

The bill also emphasizes that no contracts or agreements can override the privacy rights of vehicle owners and operators, rendering any conflicting provisions null and void. Violations of this section would be considered a breach of consumer protection laws, allowing affected individuals to seek various forms of legal relief, including damages and attorney fees. However, the bill does not apply to vehicles owned or operated by government employees in the course of their duties, nor to certain commercial vehicles, ensuring that specific exemptions are in place.