Bill > S1287

This bill, known as the DELETE Act (Data Elimination and Limiting Extensive Tracking and Exchange Act), establishes a comprehensive system to help individuals protect their personal data by creating a centralized mechanism for requesting the simultaneous deletion of their information from data brokers. Under the bill, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) would be required to create a centralized online system within one year of enactment that allows individuals to submit a single request to delete their personal information from all registered data brokers. Data brokers would be required to annually register with the FTC, provide details about their data collection practices, and pay a small annual fee to access the system. When an individual submits a deletion request, data brokers would have 31 days to remove all personal information about that individual and stop future collection, with limited exceptions for legal compliance, research, and specific investigative purposes. The bill also mandates independent third-party audits of data brokers every three years to ensure compliance and requires the FTC to study and report on the system's effectiveness. Additionally, the legislation provides robust definitions of personal information, data brokers, and related terms, and allows for greater state-level privacy protections while preempting inconsistent state laws.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1287/all-info