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HR 2612119th CongressIn Committee
DELETE Act
Introduced: Apr 2, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Trahan, Lori [D-MA-3] (D-Massachusetts)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The DELETE Act establishes a centralized system through the Federal Trade Commission to allow individuals to request simultaneous deletion of their personal information across all registered data brokers. The legislation requires data broker registration, creates a hashed query system for deletion requests, mandates deletion within 31 days, and provides enforcement mechanisms with civil penalties for violations.
Key Points
- 1Creates centralized deletion system managed by FTC
- 2Requires annual data broker registration with detailed disclosures
- 3Implements hashed query system for privacy protection
- 4Mandates deletion completion within 31 days of request
- 5Requires annual reporting and third-party audits
- 6Treats violations as unfair/deceptive practices under FTC Act
Impact Areas
Consumers seeking data privacy protectionData brokers and information brokersFederal Trade Commission enforcementPrivacy rights and data protectionOnline privacy and data security industry
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