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Digital Trade Rules: Protecting Privacy, Free Internet, and US Values Globally.

The US Senate urges negotiations for strong international digital trade rules to safeguard American values like free speech, privacy, and an open internet. The goal is to remove digital barriers that harm small businesses and workers, ensuring global digital standards support democracy rather than authoritarianism. Citizens stand to benefit from enhanced online privacy and security, alongside better conditions for job growth in the digital sector.
Key points
Protecting online privacy and free speech becomes a priority in future international trade agreements.
Supporting US workers and small businesses by removing global digital barriers (e.g., data localization requirements).
Aiming for global digital standards that promote democracy and human rights, countering censorship and surveillance.
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Print number: 118_SRES_155
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Process start date: 2023-03-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should negotiate strong, inclusive, and forward-looking rules on digital trade and the digital economy with like-minded countries as part of its broader trade and economic strategy in order to ensure that the United States values of democracy, rule of law, freedom of speech, human and worker rights, privacy, and a free and open internet are at the very core of digital governance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_155.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Protecting online privacy and free speech becomes a priority in future international trade agreements.
  • Supporting US workers and small businesses by removing global digital barriers (e.g., data localization requirements).
  • Aiming for global digital standards that promote democracy and human rights, countering censorship and surveillance.
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. Young, Todd [R-IN].

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 2025-12-26.

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