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Social Media Privacy Protection and Consumer Rights Act

This act aims to give citizens more control over their personal data collected by online platforms. It ensures the right to consent to data collection, access to data, and its deletion, thereby protecting privacy in daily internet use.
Key points
Greater data control: Platforms must obtain your consent for data collection and clearly state how your data will be used.
Right to data deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data after closing your account.
Data access: You have the right to receive a copy of your data and a list of companies that received it.
Breach notifications: Platforms must notify you within 72 hours if your data is illegally transmitted.
Privacy audits: Platforms will be regularly audited for compliance with privacy protection rules.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1667
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Social Media Privacy Protection and Consumer Rights Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1667.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Greater data control: Platforms must obtain your consent for data collection and clearly state how your data will be used.
  • Right to data deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data after closing your account.
  • Data access: You have the right to receive a copy of your data and a list of companies that received it.
  • Breach notifications: Platforms must notify you within 72 hours if your data is illegally transmitted.
  • Privacy audits: Platforms will be regularly audited for compliance with privacy protection rules.
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

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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