Data Privacy
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Congress needs to act quickly and appropriately on a national data privacy standard to ensure that American businesses and consumers are not harmed by a patchwork of state laws.
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Data can unlock innovation—in everything from manufacturing and medicine to public safety and financial services. Today’s economy relies on data, but a patchwork of data privacy laws introduced in more than 25 states is creating confusion for businesses of all sizes. The U.S. Chamber is urging Congress to pass a national data privacy law. This will protect all Americans equally, no matter where they live, providing a clear set of rules for all businesses, no matter where they operate.
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Here's how the FTC is working to address several important technology issues, including data privacy, artificial intelligence, and ongoing process changes.
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce applauds Representative Suzan DelBene's leadership in introducing the Information Transparency & Personal Data Control Act, and we support this important bill.
Hearing on “Building Back the U.S. Research Enterprise: COVID Impacts and Recovery” Testimony of Tom Quaadman, Executive Vice President, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Testimony of Jordan Crenshaw, Executive Director & Policy Counsel, Chamber Technology Engagement Center, Hearing on HB 1330 Data Privacy Bill before the North Dakota House Industry, Business & Labor Committee
