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Proposal:DATA Act

This proposal is archived and closed to further debate. It was introduced in the 117th Congress, which has concluded, and the bill was not enacted into law.
Geographic Scope
National

Description

Data and Algorithm Transparency Agreement Act or the DATA Act

This bill requires large websites and social networks that use algorithms for suggesting content to obtain express consent from their users before collecting or sharing their personal data. These websites must notify users of this requirement, including information about the type of data collected and the name of any third parties with which the data is shared.

The bill provides for enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission and a private right of action against a violator of the bill.

Bill Title

DATA Act

Linked Goals

Steps

  • 2021-04-29: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • 2021-04-29: Introduced in Senate

Projected Outcome

A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.