EPIC Testifies in Support of D.C.’s Proposed Personal Health Data Security Amendment Act
Summary
EPIC Senior Counsel Sara Geoghegan testified in support of the Personal Health Data Security Amendment Act of 2025 before the D.C. City Council. The proposed bill aims to enhance privacy protections for residents' sensitive health data by prohibiting geofencing around health service facilities and imposing new requirements on entities handling such data.
IFF Assessment
This article is good news for defenders as it discusses legislation aimed at strengthening data security and privacy for sensitive personal health information.
Defender Context
This legislation signifies a growing trend towards stricter regulations on personal health data. Defenders should monitor the implementation of such laws and ensure their organization's data handling practices comply with enhanced privacy and security requirements to avoid potential penalties.