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DELETE Act
4/9/2025, 3:38 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2612
Bill 119 HR 2612, also known as the Data Broker Accountability and Transparency Act, aims to create a centralized system that enables individuals to request the deletion of their personal information from all data brokers simultaneously. This bill seeks to address concerns regarding the collection and dissemination of personal data by data brokers, which can often lead to privacy breaches and identity theft.
The proposed system would provide individuals with a streamlined process for requesting the removal of their personal information from data broker databases. This centralized approach is intended to simplify the process for individuals and ensure that their requests are effectively carried out across all data broker platforms.
In addition to establishing the deletion system, the bill also includes provisions for increased transparency and accountability among data brokers. This includes requirements for data brokers to disclose their data collection practices and provide individuals with access to the personal information that has been collected about them. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2612 aims to empower individuals to have greater control over their personal information and protect their privacy rights in an increasingly digital world. By creating a centralized system for requesting the deletion of personal data and promoting transparency among data brokers, this legislation seeks to enhance data privacy and security for all Americans.
The proposed system would provide individuals with a streamlined process for requesting the removal of their personal information from data broker databases. This centralized approach is intended to simplify the process for individuals and ensure that their requests are effectively carried out across all data broker platforms.
In addition to establishing the deletion system, the bill also includes provisions for increased transparency and accountability among data brokers. This includes requirements for data brokers to disclose their data collection practices and provide individuals with access to the personal information that has been collected about them. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2612 aims to empower individuals to have greater control over their personal information and protect their privacy rights in an increasingly digital world. By creating a centralized system for requesting the deletion of personal data and promoting transparency among data brokers, this legislation seeks to enhance data privacy and security for all Americans.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2612
Bill HR 2612 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 2, 2025. Bill HR 2612 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 2, 2025. Bill HR 2612's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of April 2, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2612
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
2Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2612
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2612
To establish a centralized system to allow individuals to request the simultaneous deletion of their personal information across all data brokers, and for other purposes.
To establish a centralized system to allow individuals to request the simultaneous deletion of their personal information across all data brokers, and for other purposes.
Comments

Kash Bowman
725
10 months ago
This bill is concerning. Who will be impacted by it?
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2612
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