Information Transparency & Personal Data Control Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (24 Sep 2018): Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
What this bill does
H.R. 6864, the Information Transparency & Personal Data Control Act, would require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to create rules for businesses that collect, store, or use sensitive personal information. These rules would mandate that companies obtain explicit, opt-in consent from individuals before using their sensitive data. Businesses would also need to provide clear, easy-to-understand privacy policies detailing what data is collected, why, with whom it's shared, how long it's kept, and how consent can be withdrawn. For non-sensitive personal information, users would have the option to opt out of its collection or use.
The bill affects businesses that operate websites or online services for commercial purposes and collect personal information from people in the United States. It specifically defines various types of sensitive personal information, including financial and health data, Social Security numbers, precise location information, and browsing history. Entities with 500 or fewer employees would be exempt from annual privacy audit requirements. The FTC would be responsible for enforcing these regulations, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 24, 2018, and was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. As of its introduction, its latest action is simply that it has been introduced. The bill would become effective 180 days after enactment.
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Official summary
Information Transparency & Personal Data Control Act
This bill requires the Federal Trade Commission to establish requirements related to privacy, security, and consent for entities providing services to the public that collect, store, process, use, or otherwise control sensitive personal information.
Timeline
24 Sep 2018
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 6864 do?
- H.R. 6864, the Information Transparency & Personal Data Control Act, would require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to create rules for businesses that collect, store, or use sensitive personal information. These rules would mandate that companies obtain explicit, opt-in consent from individuals before using their sensitive data. Businesses would also need to provide clear, easy-to-understand privacy policies detailing what data is collected, why, with whom it's shared, how long it's kept, and how consent can be withdrawn. For non-sensitive personal information, users would have the option to opt out of its collection or use. The bill affects businesses that operate websites or online services for commercial purposes and collect personal information from people in the United States. It specifically defines various types of sensitive personal information, including financial and health data, Social Security numbers, precise location information, and browsing history. Entities with 500 or fewer employees would be exempt from annual privacy audit requirements. The FTC would be responsible for enforcing these regulations, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 24, 2018, and was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. As of its introduction, its latest action is simply that it has been introduced. The bill would become effective 180 days after enactment.
- Has H.R. 6864 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 6864. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 6864?
- H.R. 6864 was sponsored by Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1] (D-WA), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 6864?
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (24 Sep 2018).
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