Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more
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Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more
""The Energy and Commerce Data Privacy Working Group was created to reset the discussion on comprehensive data privacy, taking wide ranging input from stakeholders and crafting a consensus bill that protects the privacy and security of Americans' personal data.""
""The SECURE Data Act is the result. This bill establishes clear, enforceable protections so that Americans remain in charge of their own data and companies are held accountable for its safe keeping.""
""Private owners and operators of critical infrastructure lack clear statutory authority" to use counter-drone measures, highlighting the need for legislation to protect critical infrastructure from drone incursions."
On April 22, Republican lawmakers introduced the SECURE Data Act and the GUARD Financial Data Act, emphasizing data minimization, access rights, deletion rights, and sensitive data management. These bills aim to empower consumers regarding their data collection and sharing, while establishing national standards to prevent inconsistent state laws. The SECURE Data Act specifically mandates that data controllers inform consumers about data collection practices and provide opt-out options, ensuring accountability for companies handling personal data.
Read at Nextgov.com
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