My Body, My Data Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-03-07T09:08:35Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1656 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.

3/7/2024, 9:08 AM

Summary of Bill S 1656

The My Body, My Data Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1656, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect individuals' personal health data and ensure that they have control over how it is collected, stored, and used.

Under this act, individuals would have the right to access and control their own health data, including information collected by health care providers, insurance companies, and other entities. This would allow individuals to make informed decisions about their own health care and ensure that their data is not being used without their consent.

The bill also includes provisions to strengthen data security and privacy protections for health information, including requirements for encryption, data minimization, and notification of data breaches. Additionally, the bill would establish penalties for entities that violate these provisions, including fines and potential criminal charges. Overall, the My Body, My Data Act of 2023 aims to empower individuals to take control of their own health data and protect their privacy in an increasingly digital world. It is an important piece of legislation that seeks to balance the need for data sharing in the healthcare industry with the rights of individuals to control their own personal information.

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Current Status of Bill S 1656

Bill S 1656 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2023. Bill S 1656 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 17, 2023. Bill S 1656's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of May 17, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1656

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Potential Impact Areas

Civil actions and liabilityConsumer affairsHealth information and medical recordsRight of privacySex and reproductive healthSurgery and anesthesiaWomen's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1656

My Body, My Data Act of 2023My Body, My Data Act of 2023A bill to protect the privacy of personal reproductive or sexual health information, and for other purposes.A bill to protect the privacy of personal reproductive or sexual health information, and for other purposes.

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