Informed P2P User Act

Bill 111 hr 1319, also known as the Informed P2P User Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to protect consumers who use peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing programs by requiring these programs to provide clear and conspicuous notice to users about the files they are sharing and the potential risks involved.

The bill mandates that P2P programs must disclose to users the files that are being shared on their network, as well as any personal information that may be accessible to others through the program. This information must be presented in a way that is easily understood by the average consumer, in order to ensure that users are fully aware of the risks associated with using P2P programs.

Additionally, the bill requires P2P programs to obtain explicit consent from users before sharing any files or personal information. This consent must be given in a clear and unambiguous manner, and users must have the option to easily revoke their consent at any time. Overall, the Informed P2P User Act aims to protect consumers from unknowingly sharing sensitive information through P2P programs, and to ensure that users are fully informed about the risks involved in using these programs. By requiring clear and conspicuous notice and explicit consent, this bill seeks to empower consumers to make informed decisions about their online activities.