TELL Act

Hozzl · 2025-04-05T05:53:20Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2403 TELL Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/5/2025, 5:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2403

Bill 119 hr 2403, also known as the "Chinese Data Transparency Act," aims to increase transparency regarding the storage and access of personal information collected from websites and mobile applications in the People's Republic of China. The bill requires any person who maintains an internet website or sells/distributes a mobile application that stores and maintains information in China to disclose this fact to users.

Specifically, the bill mandates that these entities disclose whether the Chinese Communist Party or a Chinese State-owned entity has access to the information stored on their platforms. This requirement is crucial in light of concerns about data privacy and security, especially given the Chinese government's track record of surveillance and censorship.

By requiring transparency about the storage and access of data in China, the bill aims to empower users to make informed decisions about the platforms they use and the potential risks associated with storing their personal information in China. This legislation is an important step towards protecting the privacy and security of individuals using websites and mobile applications that operate in China.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2403

Bill HR 2403 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2403 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2403's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 27, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2403

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2403

To require that any person that maintains an internet website or that sells or distributes a mobile application that stores and maintains information collected from such website or application in the People's Republic of China to disclose that such information is stored and maintained in the People's Republic of China and whether the Chinese Communist Party or a Chinese State-owned entity has access to such information.