On January 9, 2015, the New Jersey Governor signed legislation that will require health insurance companies to utilize encryption or other technologies to protect personal information from unauthorized access. Covered entities may be subject to monetary penalties of up to $20,000 for violations. The law unanimously passed both houses of the state legislature and will take effect on August 1, 2015.

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