Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA): Federal law that governs computer crimes and unauthorized access to computer systems. Essential for defining security responsibilities and breach protocols in MSP agreements.

Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA): Regulates the interception and monitoring of electronic communications. Relevant for MSPs handling client communications and data monitoring services.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA): Governs the protection of sensitive patient health information. Critical if the MSP handles healthcare data or serves healthcare clients.

Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA): Requires financial institutions to explain their information-sharing practices and protect sensitive data. Applicable when handling financial data.

Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA): Sets security standards for federal agencies and their contractors. Required compliance for MSPs working with government entities.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX): Mandates specific reporting requirements for public companies, including IT controls. Relevant for MSPs serving public companies.

State Data Breach Notification Laws: Various state-specific requirements for reporting data breaches. MSPs must comply with notification requirements in states where their clients operate.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): Comprehensive privacy law giving California residents control over their personal information. Applies to MSPs handling California residents' data.

Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS): Security standards for organizations handling credit card information. Mandatory for MSPs involved in payment processing or handling payment data.

Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Governs commercial transactions across states. Relevant for contract formation and enforcement in MSP agreements.

Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (E-SIGN): Provides legal recognition for electronic signatures and records. Important for digital contract execution and record-keeping.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law governing wages and overtime. Relevant for MSP staffing and personnel management provisions.

Copyright Act: Protects original works of authorship. Important for software licensing and intellectual property provisions in MSP agreements.

Federal Trade Commission Act: Prohibits unfair or deceptive practices in commerce. Relevant for service delivery and marketing representations.

Cybersecurity Regulations: State-specific and federal requirements for data security measures. Critical for defining security obligations and standards in MSP agreements.