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Federal Government Must Disclose Purchases of Identifiable Personal Data.

This law mandates federal agencies to disclose what personal data they purchase from external vendors (data brokers). Citizens will gain transparency regarding whether the government acquires sensitive information, such as location history, finances, or health data, and for what purpose. This aims to increase oversight of government data collection practices and protect privacy.
Key points
Federal agencies must compile and publish annual reports detailing purchases of data that can identify individuals.
Reports must specify the purpose of the purchase, the vendor's identity, and a detailed list of sensitive information acquired (e.g., biometrics, browsing history, location, finances).
This information must be made publicly available in an open, machine-readable format, allowing citizens to monitor government data acquisition.
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Print number: 118_S_2292
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2023-07-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Purchased Data Inventory Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2292.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies must compile and publish annual reports detailing purchases of data that can identify individuals.
  • Reports must specify the purpose of the purchase, the vendor's identity, and a detailed list of sensitive information acquired (e.g., biometrics, browsing history, location, finances).
  • This information must be made publicly available in an open, machine-readable format, allowing citizens to monitor government data acquisition.
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. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI].

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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Informatization Security