Secure Computer Disposal and Recycling E-Waste Disposal Laws:

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Technology and Information Disposal Laws:

FACTA (Fair Trade and Credit Transaction Act of 2003)

Requirement: Any person who maintains or otherwise possesses consumer information for a business purpose must properly dispose of such information by taking reasonable measures to protect against unauthorized access to or use of the information in connection with its disposal. Applies to: Any person who maintains or otherwise possesses consumer information for a business purpose. Penalty for noncompliance: Civil liability in which an employee can recover actual damages from his/her employer for all damages incurred from identity theft.

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)

Requirement: Protection of a patient’s medical records and other personal healthcare information. Applies to: All companies that transmit healthcare information, including healthcare providers and healthcare benefit plans. Penalty for noncompliance: Fines of $250,000 can be levied and criminal prosecution can result in jail time of up to 10 years

Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act

Requirement: Protection of a customer or consumer’s personal financial data, including name, address, social security number, account numbers or nonpublic personal data. Applies to: Financial institutions, banks, investment companies, credit unions or any of their partners that collect and retain nonpublic personal data. Penalty for noncompliance: Regulatory fines can be levied. CEOs and members of the board can be held personally liable.

Sarbanes-Oxley

Requirement: Protection of confidential company information that if in the wrong hands could lead to a devaluation of the company’s value. Applies to: Public Company management Penalty for noncompliance: Civil and criminal penalties for failure to protect company information.