DASHBOARD Act of 2022

The DASHBOARD Act of 2022, also known as Bill 117 hr 7120, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in the tech industry. The bill requires large tech companies to disclose detailed information about the data they collect from users, how it is used, and with whom it is shared.

Specifically, the DASHBOARD Act mandates that companies with over 100 million monthly active users must provide users with a clear and easily accessible dashboard that shows the types of data collected, how it is used for targeted advertising, and any third parties with whom the data is shared. This information must be updated on a quarterly basis and made available in a machine-readable format for researchers and regulators to analyze.

The bill also includes provisions to protect user privacy, such as requiring companies to obtain explicit consent from users before collecting sensitive information like geolocation data or browsing history. Additionally, companies must provide users with the option to opt out of data collection and delete their data upon request. Overall, the DASHBOARD Act of 2022 aims to empower consumers with more control over their personal data and hold tech companies accountable for their data practices. It is currently being debated in Congress and has garnered support from both Democrats and Republicans who are concerned about the growing influence of big tech companies in the digital economy.