A resolution expressing support for the designation of January 28, 2010 as National Data Privacy Day.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (29 Jan 2010): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S359; text as passed Senate: CR S359; text of measure as introduced: CR S358-359)
What this bill does
This Senate resolution, S.Res. 402, called for the designation of January 28, 2010, as National Data Privacy Day. The resolution itself does not create any new laws or regulations regarding data privacy. Its purpose was to express the Senate's support for recognizing this specific day for data privacy awareness.
The resolution's focus was on encouraging a public observance of National Data Privacy Day. It did not directly affect individuals or organizations with new mandates or requirements. The measure was introduced in the Senate and was agreed to without amendment on January 29, 2010, by unanimous consent.
As a simple resolution, its legislative journey concluded with its agreement in the Senate. Simple resolutions are typically used for expressing opinions, sentiments, or performing internal Senate business. They do not require approval from the House of Representatives or the President and do not have the force of law.
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Official summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Expresses support for the designation of a National Data Privacy Day.
Encourages: (1) educators and privacy professionals to discuss data privacy and protection issues with teens in high schools across the United States; (2) corporations to take steps to protect the privacy and security of the personal information of their clients and consumers, to design privacy into products they create where possible, and to promote trust in technologies; and (3) individuals across the nation to be aware of data privacy concerns and to take steps to protect their personal information.
Timeline
29 Jan 2010
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S359; text as passed Senate: CR S359; text of measure as introduced: CR S358-359)
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 402 do?
- This Senate resolution, S.Res. 402, called for the designation of January 28, 2010, as National Data Privacy Day. The resolution itself does not create any new laws or regulations regarding data privacy. Its purpose was to express the Senate's support for recognizing this specific day for data privacy awareness. The resolution's focus was on encouraging a public observance of National Data Privacy Day. It did not directly affect individuals or organizations with new mandates or requirements. The measure was introduced in the Senate and was agreed to without amendment on January 29, 2010, by unanimous consent. As a simple resolution, its legislative journey concluded with its agreement in the Senate. Simple resolutions are typically used for expressing opinions, sentiments, or performing internal Senate business. They do not require approval from the House of Representatives or the President and do not have the force of law.
- Has S.Res. 402 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 402. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 402?
- S.Res. 402 was sponsored by Sen. Dorgan, Byron L. [D-ND] (D-ND), with 9 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 402?
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S359; text as passed Senate: CR S359; text of measure as introduced: CR S358-359) (29 Jan 2010).
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