Online Privacy Protection Act of 1999

Summary

Online Privacy Protection Act of 1999 - Makes it unlawful for an operator of a Web site or online service to collect, use, or disclose personal information concerning an individual (age 13 and above) in a manner that violates regulations to be prescribed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requiring such operators to protect the confidentiality, security, and integrity of personal information it collects from such individuals, including providing a process for them to consent to or limit the disclosure of such information. Directs the FTC to provide incentives for efforts of self-regulation by operators to implement appropriate protections for such information. Authorizes the States to enforce such regulations by bringing actions on behalf of residents, requiring the State attorney general to first notify the FTC of such action. Authorizes the FTC to intervene in any such action. Provides for enforcement of this Act through the Federal Trade Commission Act.

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• Introduced in Senate (text)

  Introduced in Senate · EN · 15 April 1999

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• Introduced in Senate (PDF)

  Introduced in Senate · EN · 15 April 1999

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 15 April 1999

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