Massachusetts lawmakers are considering several privacy bills that insurers said they are concerned could hinder their underwriting capabilities.
A Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure has held hearings on several measures dealing with personal record privacy with a focus on security breaches and consumers' ability to freeze access to records.
Michael Moran, American Insurance Association regional manager, said he expects the joint panel to vote the bills within ten days, at which time they will go to both the House of Representatives and Senate.
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