Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act aims to protect drivers’ privacy by limiting how car manufacturers can collect, share, or sell their vehicle data. It requires manufacturers to obtain consent from vehicle owners before accessing their data, and to provide owners with access and control over their data. The bill also restricts manufacturers from sharing certain types of data, particularly personally identifiable information, with foreign governments. Finally, it mandates a report to Congress detailing data practices and cybersecurity risks.
Key provisions
- Manufacturers must obtain consent from vehicle owners before accessing their data.
- Manufacturers cannot sell or share covered data without explicit consent.
- Manufacturers must provide vehicle owners with access to and control over their data.
- Data sharing with specific foreign governments (DPRK, China, Russia, Iran, Venezuela) is prohibited.
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will investigate and enforce the law.
- A report to Congress detailing data practices and cybersecurity risks is required.
- Vehicle owners have the right to delete their data.
- Manufacturers cannot require fees or licenses to access vehicle data.
Who is affected
- Vehicle Manufacturers
- Vehicle Owners
- Federal Trade Commission
- Consumers
- Automotive Industry
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