Technology (Data Privacy)

in committee · United States · House Nov 12, 2025

HR 6043: MY DATA Act of 2025

The MY DATA Act of 2025 prohibits businesses (referred to as "covered entities") from blocking consumers from using de-identified data (information that cannot be traced back to a person) or cloaked data (unique identifiers that hide a person's identity while enabling communication). It requires covered entities to allow consumers to access or control their data, with enforcement handled by the Federal Trade Commission as an unfair or deceptive practice under existing law. The bill excludes government agencies and specific nonprofits (like those serving missing children cases) from these requirements, focusing on commercial entities that collect personal information.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits blocking consumer data access and requires FTC enforcement for privacy, directly strengthening data protection under technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Tags Privacy

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in committee · United States · House Sep 19, 2025

HR 5511: Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2025

The Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2025 requires companies that deploy complex AI systems making significant decisions (such as those affecting education, employment, healthcare, or financial services) to conduct impact assessments and submit annual reports to the Federal Trade Commission. It applies to companies with over $50 million in annual revenue or those handling information about more than 1 million consumers. Companies must assess potential negative impacts on consumers, including bias, privacy risks, and fairness concerns, and document their findings. The FTC will maintain a public repository of anonymized information from these reports to inform consumers and researchers about how AI systems are being used.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill requires impact assessments for AI systems affecting employment decisions, protecting workers from discriminatory or harmful algorithmic practices in hiring and workplace management.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates AI impact assessments and FTC reporting to prevent consumer harm from biased algorithms, aligning with data privacy and consumer protection regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2025

HR 3916: My Body, My Data Act of 2025

This bill, HR 3916 (My Body, My Data Act of 2025), requires businesses and other "regulated entities" to minimize collection and sharing of personal reproductive or sexual health data - such as pregnancy status, contraceptive use, or abortion-related information - and gives individuals specific rights. It mandates that entities provide individuals with easy access to their data, the ability to correct inaccuracies, and the right to request deletion of such information within 15 days. The law also requires clear privacy policies detailing data practices and prohibits retaliation against individuals who exercise these rights, such as charging higher prices or denying services. It applies broadly to most businesses (excluding HIPAA-covered healthcare providers) and is enforced by the FTC with private lawsuits allowed for violations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by mandating privacy for reproductive health data (e.g., pregnancy, abortion info) and granting access/correction/deletion rights, aligning with healthcare patient rights indicators.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates data minimization for sensitive health data and grants user rights to access/correct/delete information, directly strengthening data privacy protections under technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Tags Privacy

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in committee · United States · House Jun 24, 2025

HR 4094: Electronic Consent Accountability Act of 2025

This bill requires 16 major federal agencies (including Defense, Health, Homeland Security, and Social Security) to report to Congress within 120 days of enactment on whether they have implemented electronic consent systems as mandated by 2020 OMB guidance (M-21-04). The report must confirm implementation status or detail delays, justifications, and timelines for compliance. It directly affects agencies handling personal data under the Privacy Act by enforcing existing requirements for electronic identity proofing, consent templates on websites, and electronic consent acceptance. The bill focuses on accountability for current OMB guidance, not creating new rules.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEnforces OMB guidance requiring electronic consent systems for agencies handling personal data, strengthening data privacy compliance under Privacy Act.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Digital Government

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in committee · United States · Senate May 7, 2025

S 1634: ACCESS Act of 2025

The ACCESS Act of 2025 requires major social media and messaging platforms (defined as services with over 100 million U.S. users that monetize user data) to enable users to easily transfer their data to competing services and ensure their platforms can interoperate with rival services. It mandates that large platforms provide secure, machine-readable data portability and maintain transparent interfaces for competitors to connect with users. The law also establishes rules for third-party agents managing user accounts and prohibits platforms from using data from competitors for commercial gain. Enforcement falls to the Federal Trade Commission, with penalties for violations treated as unfair business practices.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates data portability and interoperability for large platforms, enhancing user control over data and promoting competition - directly advancing data privacy and digital rights protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Social Media

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 3570: Data Care Act of 2025

The Data Care Act of 2025 requires online service providers (like social media platforms or apps that collect user data) to securely handle "individual identifying data," especially sensitive information like health details, biometrics, financial data, or precise location. It imposes three key duties: (1) reasonably securing data from breaches, (2) not misusing data to harm users or benefit themselves, and (3) restricting data sharing to third parties only with strict confidentiality contracts. The Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general can enforce these rules through penalties for violations, with civil fines calculated based on the number of affected users or days of noncompliance. The law directly affects major digital platforms collecting user data and takes effect 180 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects health data privacy and security, safeguarding sensitive patient information from misuse by online service providers.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates secure handling of sensitive data, prohibits misuse, restricts third-party sharing - directly protects user privacy and enhances data security per bill's core duties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Social Media

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in committee · United States · Senate May 12, 2025

S 1713: Agriculture Innovation Act of 2025

This bill creates a voluntary data collection system for farmers to share field-level information on conservation practices and farming methods. It requires the USDA to build a secure data center collecting anonymized farm data on soil health, crop yields, and ecosystem impacts - voluntarily provided by producers - to analyze how practices affect productivity and environmental outcomes. The data will be used to improve USDA programs and provide farmers with internet-based tools showing how specific practices boost yields and sustainability. Strong privacy safeguards prevent disclosure of individual producer data, ensuring compliance with existing privacy laws. The bill does not mandate data sharing or require farmers to adopt new practices.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentVoluntary data collection on conservation practices and ecosystem impacts to improve environmental outcomes via USDA tools, aligning with conservation and soil health goals.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes secure data center with anonymized farm data, aligning with data privacy protection indicators for technology policy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 3572: Roadway Safety Modernization Act of 2025

The Roadway Safety Modernization Act of 2025 requires states to integrate proven safety tools like predictive analytics and telematics into highway safety planning and freight programs. It directs state highway agencies to use these technologies to identify high-risk road segments, evaluate crash causes, and improve safety project effectiveness. The bill also mandates the Transportation Department to issue guidance on data privacy, tool validation, and transparency for these safety technologies. This directly affects state transportation departments and freight operators who must adopt these data-driven approaches in their safety planning under federal highway programs.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates integration of predictive analytics/telematics and requires data privacy guidance, advancing tech use in safety with privacy protections.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires states to integrate predictive analytics and telematics into highway safety planning to identify risks and improve safety project effectiveness, directly enhancing transportation safety standards.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Freight Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · House Dec 16, 2025

HR 6734: Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act

HR 6734, the Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act, gives car, truck, and farm/construction vehicle owners direct control over data generated by their vehicles. It prohibits manufacturers from accessing or sharing vehicle data (including location and personal information) without the owner’s explicit, written consent, and bans selling such data to specific foreign governments like China, Russia, or North Korea. Owners gain free, real-time access to all vehicle data through standard interfaces (like the car’s port or wireless), with no fees for decryption or third-party access, and can delete data or adjust settings via an open application interface. The law requires manufacturers to provide this access without restricting how owners use the data or forcing them to pay for it.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProtects vehicle data privacy by requiring owner consent for data access/sharing and banning sales to hostile nations, aligning with consumer data protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Telecommunications Tags Privacy

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