Search Results: keywords:"enforcement powers"

  • S. 5170 — To establish the Data Protection Agency.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:17,675

    S. 5170 proposes the creation of an independent Data Protection Agency in the United States. This agency would oversee the management of personal data, particularly focusing on high-risk data practices and ensuring fair and non-discriminatory data use. The bill outlines the...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to create a new group called the Data Protection Agency to help keep people's personal information safe and make sure it's used fairly, like making sure everyone plays by the same rules with personal data. This group will have its own money and can set rules, check how big companies use personal data, and give out fines if companies don't follow the rules.

  • H. R. 8742 — To establish the Office of Information and Communications Technology and Services within the Bureau of Industry and Security of the Department of Commerce, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:4,515

    H.R. 8742 proposes the creation of an Office of Information and Communications Technology and Services within the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security. This office aims to review and mitigate risks associated with certain technology transactions that may...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 8742 wants to make a new office to check if certain technologies might be dangerous for the country, sort of like tech police. They can fine people a lot of money or even send them to jail if they break the rules, but some folks worry this might not always be fair.