EPIC Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 4925 EPIC Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Congress. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:01 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4925

The EPIC Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4925, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to enhance the protection of consumer data and privacy rights in the digital age.

The EPIC Act aims to achieve this by requiring companies to obtain explicit consent from consumers before collecting or sharing their personal information. This includes data such as browsing history, location data, and other sensitive information.

Additionally, the bill would establish a new federal agency, the Digital Privacy Agency, to oversee and enforce these new regulations. This agency would have the authority to investigate and penalize companies that violate consumer privacy rights. Overall, the EPIC Act seeks to address the growing concerns surrounding data privacy and security in the digital world. It aims to give consumers more control over their personal information and hold companies accountable for how they handle and protect that data.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4925

Bill HR 4925 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 26, 2023. Bill HR 4925 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 26, 2023. Bill HR 4925's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of July 26, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4925

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4925

EPIC ActEPIC ActEnd Pensions In Congress ActTo amend title 5, United States Code, to provide for the termination of certain retirement benefits for Members of Congress, except the right to continue participating in the Thrift Savings Plan, and for other purposes.

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