Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act
Summary
The Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act aims to protect consumer data generated by and transferred to covered vehicles. It restricts manufacturers from accessing, selling, or sharing covered data without explicit consent from vehicle owners. The bill also mandates manufacturers to provide vehicle owners with access to and control over their vehicle data.
Expected Effects
This act would give vehicle owners greater control over their data. It also requires manufacturers to be more transparent about data collection practices. The FTC would be responsible for enforcing the act.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced data privacy for vehicle owners.
- Increased transparency regarding vehicle data usage.
- Greater control for owners over their vehicle-generated data.
- Prevention of unauthorized data sharing with foreign entities.
- Promotion of secure data interfaces for vehicle owners.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential increase in vehicle costs due to compliance requirements.
- Possible limitations on data-driven vehicle improvements.
- Uncertainty regarding the scope of 'vehicle performance or safety' exceptions.
- Potential for complex consent management for vehicle owners.
- No new appropriations are authorized, so the FTC will have to absorb the costs.
Constitutional Alignment
The Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act aligns with the spirit of the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. By requiring explicit consent for data access and sharing, the act reinforces individual privacy rights. The Act also does not appear to infringe upon any specific enumerated powers of Congress, falling under the general scope of regulating interstate commerce.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).