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What would be next? We want the PIN for your online bank account?

Illinois state Rep. Ford, who sponsored a bill that protects employees and job seekers from having to provide their social media passwords to employers or prospective employers -- something some law enforcement agencies have done.

Illinois state Rep. Ford, who sponsored a bill that protects employees and job seekers from having to provide their social media passwords to employers or prospective employers -- something some law enforcement agencies have done.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.
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