Protecting Military Servicemembers' Data Act of 2023

The Protecting Military Servicemembers' Data Act of 2023 prohibits data brokers from selling, sharing, or licensing military servicemembers' personal information (in lists created specifically for military members) to foreign nations designated as "covered nations." It requires the Federal Trade Commission to enforce this ban as an unfair or deceptive practice under existing law, with states also allowed to pursue enforcement actions under specific conditions. The prohibition takes effect one year after the bill's enactment or when the FTC issues its final rules, whichever comes first. This law directly affects data brokers and aims to prevent unauthorized transfer of military personnel data to foreign entities, using clear definitions to clarify terms like "military servicemember list" and "data broker."