Across the country and the political aisle, states have led on privacy, proving overwhelming, bipartisan consensus is achievable. Congress should adopt the common-sense, consensus approach to privacy that is most frequently adopted by the states. The time is now to pass a comprehensive federal law that protects consumers, reduces regulatory burdens, cuts compliance costs, and enables businesses to innovate and compete.
The Same Protections, Nationwide
A preemptive federal law will ensure that all Americans have the same protections and rights enjoyed by Americans in only certain states today.
States Have Demonstrated Consensus Is Possible
Most state privacy laws provide strong consumer rights that deliver meaningful protection while supporting competition and innovation.
Congress Must Act to Provide Clarity & Consistency
Adoption of the dominant state consensus gives Americans strong privacy rights and businesses clear compliance standards. A strong national privacy law is long overdue.
A National Opportunity Based on State Consensus
What's Good for 23 States Is Also Good for America
| Core Provisions | State Laws23 States | H.R. 8413Federal Bill |
|---|---|---|
| Responsible Uses of Data (i.e., Advertising, Fraud Prevention) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Consumer Rights | ||
| Access | ✓ | ✓ |
| Correction | ✓ | ✓ |
| Deletion | ✓ | ✓ |
| Portability | ✓ | ✓ |
| Opt Out Rights | ||
| Targeted Advertising | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sales | ✓ | ✓ |
| Profiling | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data Minimization | ✓ | ✓ |
| State AG Enforcement | ✓ | ✓ |
| No Private Right of Action | ✓ | ✓ |
Contact Congress
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