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Easier Online Terms: Understand Your Data and Rights

This new law aims to make complex online terms of service easier for citizens to understand. Companies will be required to present key information about data processing and user rights in a simple, readable format, enabling informed decisions about online service usage.
Key points
Online companies must provide short, understandable summaries of their terms of service, accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities.
Summaries will include information on sensitive data collected, how it's used, and what rights users transfer to the company (e.g., arbitration agreements, content sales).
Users will know how long it takes to read the full terms and receive instructions on how to delete their data.
Companies must disclose data breaches from the past 3 years and provide graphic data flow diagrams.
The law will be enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and State Attorneys General, enhancing consumer protection.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4568
Sponsor: Rep. Trahan, Lori [D-MA-3]
Process start date: 2023-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

TLDR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4568.

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 2023-07-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Online companies must provide short, understandable summaries of their terms of service, accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities.
  • Summaries will include information on sensitive data collected, how it's used, and what rights users transfer to the company (e.g., arbitration agreements, content sales).
  • Users will know how long it takes to read the full terms and receive instructions on how to delete their data.
  • Companies must disclose data breaches from the past 3 years and provide graphic data flow diagrams.
  • The law will be enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and State Attorneys General, enhancing consumer protection.
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 Rep. Trahan, Lori [D-MA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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