Introducing the American Privacy Rights Act: A Comprehensive Legislation to Protect Data Privacy Rights for Americans

The American Privacy Rights Act: A Landmark Legislation for Data Privacy Protection

In a groundbreaking move, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation Chair Maria Cantwell have introduced the American Privacy Rights Act. This comprehensive draft legislation aims to provide clear, national data privacy rights and protections for Americans, putting individuals in control of their own data and eliminating the confusing patchwork of state laws.

“This bipartisan, bicameral draft legislation is the best opportunity we’ve had in decades to establish a national data privacy and security standard that gives people the right to control their personal information,” said Chair Rodgers and Cantwell. “Americans deserve the right to control their data and we’re hopeful that our colleagues in the House and Senate will join us in getting this legislation signed into law.”

The American Privacy Rights Act establishes foundational uniform national data privacy rights for Americans, giving individuals control over their personal data and minimizing the data that companies can collect and use. It also provides stricter protections for sensitive data and allows individuals to opt out of targeted advertising.

Moreover, the Act gives Americans the ability to enforce their data privacy rights by allowing individuals to sue bad actors who violate their privacy rights and recover damages. It also prevents companies from using personal information to discriminate against individuals and establishes strong data security obligations to prevent data breaches.

Importantly, the Act focuses on the business of data, exempting small businesses that do not sell their customers’ personal information from the requirements of the bill.

This landmark legislation represents a significant step towards protecting Americans’ privacy rights in the digital age. With the support of Chair Rodgers and Cantwell, the American Privacy Rights Act has the potential to revolutionize data privacy protection in the United States.