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People in the US seem closer than ever to having their online privacy finally protected by federal law.

American Privacy Rights Act (APRA): what’s different this time?

Committee Chairman Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA) waits for the beginning of a hearing before Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee at Russell Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill February 9, 2023 in Washington, DC..

After speaking about the latest proposed law, Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) now leads the charge on the new federal privacy bill.

Differences also spread around the possibility of authorizing consumers to drag companies violating their privacy into court.

So, how does the ARPA propose to resolve past problems?

What will ARPA do?

The bill seeks to introduce a private right of action.

Most notably, individuals will be able to prevent the transfer and selling of their data.

People will also have the right to opt out of targeted advertising.

“Another reason why itmightgo a bit farther: it has bipartisan AND bicameral support.”