The My Body, My Data Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 3420, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at protecting individuals' personal health data. The bill seeks to establish guidelines for the collection, use, and sharing of health data by companies and organizations.
Under the My Body, My Data Act, individuals would have more control over their health information, including the right to access, correct, and delete their data. Companies collecting health data would be required to obtain explicit consent from individuals before using their information for any purpose.
The bill also includes provisions to ensure the security and privacy of health data, requiring companies to implement safeguards to protect against data breaches and unauthorized access. Additionally, the legislation would prohibit the sale of health data without individuals' consent.
Overall, the My Body, My Data Act of 2023 aims to empower individuals to have greater control over their personal health information and to ensure that companies handling this data do so in a responsible and ethical manner.