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Introduced
05/07/2020
05/07/2020
In Committee
05/07/2020
05/07/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
Generally prohibits covered entities from collecting, processing, or transferring an individual's personally identifiable information for the purpose of contact tracing with respect to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) without first obtaining the individual's affirmative consent to use such information. Applicable personally identifiable information includes, but is not limited to, precise geolocation data, long-lasting digital identifiers of individuals, and personal health information. However, such information does not include data that is de-identified, related to employee health screening for on-site entry, or publicly available. Covered entities, which include businesses, common carriers, and certain nonprofit organizations, also must provide a mechanism for individuals to revoke prior affirmative consent.
AI Summary
This bill generally prohibits covered entities (such as businesses, common carriers, and certain nonprofits) from collecting, processing, or transferring an individual's personally identifiable information for the purpose of COVID-19 contact tracing without first obtaining the individual's affirmative consent. Key terms include "covered data" (such as precise geolocation data and personal health information) and "covered entity." The bill also requires covered entities to provide transparency about their data practices, allow individuals to opt out, delete or de-identify data when no longer needed, and take reasonable measures to ensure data accuracy. The bill is enforced by the Federal Trade Commission, with additional enforcement authority granted to state attorneys general.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (on 05/07/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/3663/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s3663/BILLS-116s3663is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s3663/BILLS-116s3663is.pdf.pdf |
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