What You Need to Know About Washington’s Expansive Consumer Health Data Law

Washington's My Health My Data Act became effective on March 31, 2024, for most regulated entities. Understanding the fundamentals of this law is critical as it is expected to have national implications. In fact, it may be one of the most significant U.S. privacy laws enacted in recent years.  

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