Pritzker Signs Behavioral Health Data Law Amid Privacy Concerns

Pritzker signs behavioral health data law amid privacy concerns

(The Center Square) – An Illinois state senator says the state’s track record with data security raises concerns about a new law that aims to collect demographic data from behavioral health providers.

Pritzker signs behavioral health data law amid privacy concerns - Regional Media News

(The Center Square) – An Illinois state senator says the state’s track record with data security raises concerns about a new law that aims to collect demographic data from behavioral health providers. House Bill 3487 was signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Aug. 15. It passed the General Assembly along party lines. “Our state’s rural areas continue to suffer due to a lack of mental health professionals,” said state Sen. Rachel Ventura, D-Joliet. “Acc…