Which piece of information is NOT classified as sensitive under the Data Privacy Act?

Under the Data Privacy Act, the classification of information as sensitive is determined by its potential impact on an individual's privacy if disclosed. Health records, race and ethnic origin, and tax returns all contain personally identifiable information and are considered sensitive because unauthorized access to such data could lead to discrimination, stigmatization, or financial fraud.

Payment methods, while they do pertain to personal financial information, are not classified in the same category as the aforementioned types. Payment methods might include credit card information or bank account details, which are certainly private but do not deal as directly with aspects of identity or individual characteristics that could result in harm to personal dignity or social standing. Therefore, while all information should be safeguarded, payment methods do not carry the same weight of sensitivity as health records, racial or ethnic background, or tax information.