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Supporting Technologies for Protecting Citizens' Data Privacy

This act aims to support the development of technologies that help protect your personal data online. This will make your information safer when collected, stored, and shared, increasing your digital privacy. It means companies and institutions will have better tools to protect your data, and you will gain more control over what happens to it.
Key points
Supporting research into new technologies that reduce the risk of your personal data being exposed.
Developing tools that allow you to better control who has access to your data and how it is used.
Government collaboration with companies and researchers to accelerate the adoption of these technologies in daily use.
Training for specialists to increase the number of people capable of creating and implementing privacy-protecting solutions.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-05-11
95%
For 401
Against 19
Abstain 0
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_847
Sponsor: Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]
Process start date: 2021-02-04
Voting date: 2022-05-11
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 150
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Promoting Digital Privacy Technologies Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_847.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Supporting research into new technologies that reduce the risk of your personal data being exposed.
  • Developing tools that allow you to better control who has access to your data and how it is used.
  • Government collaboration with companies and researchers to accelerate the adoption of these technologies in daily use.
  • Training for specialists to increase the number of people capable of creating and implementing privacy-protecting solutions.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 19 (Roll no. 150). (text: 05/10/2022 CR H4728)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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