My Body, My Data Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3420 My Body, My Data Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3420

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.

Current Status of Bill HR 3420

Bill HR 3420 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3420 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3420's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce. as of May 19, 2023