HB 314-FN establishes regulations for the collection, retention, and use of personal information and creates a cause of action for violations of an individual's expectation of privacy in personal information. The bill defines terms such as "available to the public," "government entity," and "personal information." It states that individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy in personal information given to or held by third party providers of information and services, unless specifically authorized by law. The bill also outlines the circumstances in which personal information can be disclosed to government entities without the individual's consent, such as in emergencies or when required by a subpoena or search warrant. The bill prohibits third party providers of information and services from requiring a waiver of the provisions of this chapter as a condition for doing business with them. Violations of this chapter can result in criminal charges or civil actions brought by the attorney general. The bill also amends another law to include a reference to this chapter regarding the collection of biometric data. The effective date of this bill is January 1, 2025. The fiscal impact of the bill is indeterminable, as it may affect the judicial and correctional systems, potentially impacting prosecution, incarceration, probation, and parole costs for the state, county, and local governments. The bill has been reviewed by various agencies including the Judicial Branch, Judicial Council, Department of Justice, Department of Corrections, New Hampshire Association of Counties, and New Hampshire Municipal Association.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 359-N:2
As Amended by the House: 359-N:2