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Mandatory Disclosure of Chinese Ownership and Data Storage for Apps and Websites.

This law mandates that owners of websites and mobile applications controlled by Chinese entities or storing user data in China must clearly disclose these facts to US users. This aims to increase citizen awareness regarding who controls their data and where it is stored, enabling informed decisions about privacy and security risks. Enforcement will be handled by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) one year after enactment.
Key points
App owners must disclose if they are controlled by the Chinese Communist Party or Chinese state-owned entities.
Users will be informed if the information collected by the service is stored and maintained within the People's Republic of China.
The disclosure must also state whether Chinese state entities have access to the collected user data, enhancing transparency regarding personal data security.
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Print number: 118_S_3329
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2023-11-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Internet Application I.D. Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3329.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • App owners must disclose if they are controlled by the Chinese Communist Party or Chinese state-owned entities.
  • Users will be informed if the information collected by the service is stored and maintained within the People's Republic of China.
  • The disclosure must also state whether Chinese state entities have access to the collected user data, enhancing transparency regarding personal data security.
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. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

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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