Bills · S 3570
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3570Commerce
Data Care Act of 2025
INTRO DEC 18· LAST ACTION DEC 18
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it aims to address growing concerns about online privacy and data security. In an era where personal data is constantly collected and used by online companies, this bill seeks to establish clear national standards for how that data must be treated. If this bill becomes law, it could lead to fewer data breaches, more transparency about how personal information is used, and greater accountability for companies that misuse or fail to protect user data. This means individuals might feel more secure sharing information online and have a clearer understanding of their rights.
If this bill does not pass, the current landscape of data privacy in the U.S. will likely remain fragmented, with varying state laws and industry self-regulation offering different levels of protection. This could continue to leave individuals vulnerable to data breaches, unexpected uses of their personal information, and a lack of clear recourse when their data is mishandled. The bill's passage would mark a significant shift towards a more comprehensive federal approach to online data protection.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a 'duty of care' requiring online service providers to reasonably secure individual identifying data and promptly inform users of sensitive data breaches.
This provision directly mandates better data security and timely breach notifications, potentially reducing harm from cyberattacks and increasing user awareness.
PROVISION 02
Creates a 'duty of loyalty' prohibiting online service providers from using user data in ways that harm the user, or that are unexpected and highly offensive to a reasonable user.
This aims to prevent companies from exploiting user data for their own benefit at the user's expense, tackling issues like manipulative algorithms or hidden data uses.
PROVISION 03
Mandates a 'duty of confidentiality' preventing online service providers from sharing or selling data unless third parties agree to uphold the same duties and are regularly audited.
This provision addresses the widespread practice of data sharing with third parties, creating a chain of responsibility to better protect user data beyond the initial collector.
PROVISION 04
Grants the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) authority to enforce violations as unfair or deceptive acts or practices and to promulgate regulations, including exemptions for certain providers.
This ensures that the new rules have a clear enforcement body with established powers, while also allowing flexibility for smaller businesses through potential exemptions.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSDEC 18
Introduced in Senate
DEC 18
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3570
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 18, 2025
Last actionDec 18, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMERCE, SCIENCE, AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 18, 2025
Senate BillS 3570Commerce
Data Care Act of 2025
INTRODUCED DEC 18, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 18, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
11 min
COSPONSORS
14
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