Occupations: code; personal telephone numbers and email addresses of licensees and registrants under the occupational code; prohibit the department of licensing and regulatory affairs from selling. Amends 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.101 - 339.2677) by adding sec. 218.
The implications of HB4013 are significant as they reinforce data privacy protections for individuals in regulated professions. By restricting access to personal identification information, the bill may eliminate potential misuse of such data by third parties. This step could increase trust among professionals regarding how their contact information is handled and shared, ultimately aligning with broader trends towards privacy and data protection advocacy.
House Bill 4013 seeks to amend the Occupational Code of Michigan established by 1980 PA 299. The bill specifically addresses the handling of personal information of licensees and registrants within the state. Under the new provision, the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs is prohibited from selling or furnishing any list containing phone numbers or email addresses of individuals licensed under this code. This amendment aims to enhance the privacy and security of personal information belonging to licensed professionals.
While the bill has provisions to allow the department to share information with statewide trade associations, it limits sharing only to those individuals who are licensed in the relevant industry. This aspect could be contentious, as trade associations might argue for broader access to facilitate communication and networking among professionals. However, proponents of the bill may argue that this limitation prevents potential stalking, unsolicited contacts, or other privacy violations that could arise from wider dissemination of personal information.