Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 42: An Act protecting against cyber ransom
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 42 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act protecting against cyber ransom. Primary sponsor: Paul Mark (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (October 9, 2025): Accompanied a study order, see S2634.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 42) of Paul W. Mark for legislation to protect against cyber ransom. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Mark | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin and Hampshire |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see S2634
- Hearing scheduled for 07/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity