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The American Privacy Rights Act of 2024
Name | Type | Government | Date Initiated | Status | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
The American Privacy Rights Act of 2024 | Legislation | United States | Apr 8, 2024 | Draft bill | Jun 20, 2024 |
Summary
Senator Maria Cantwell and Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers unveiled draft legislation that would establish a national consumer data privacy standard. It aims to eliminate the “existing patchwork of state comprehensive data privacy laws” and establish robust enforcement mechanisms for violators, including a private right of action. It also sets standards for data minimization, gives consumers the right to opt-out, and requires covered entities to be transparent about how they use consumer data.
Updates
April 17, 2024. The US House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce held a hearing: “Legislative Solutions to Protect Kids Online and Ensure Americans’ Data Privacy Rights,” to discuss the bill, among other related legislation.
May 23, 2024. A markup session is held on a revised version of the bill in the House. The bill is forwarded by the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce to the Full Commerce Committee by Voice Vote.
June 20, 2024. An updated version of the bill is released ahead of a House Energy and Commerce Committee markup.