Alan Butler Executive Director and President | Official website
April 11, 2024
The American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) has caught the attention of experts in the field, who are closely monitoring the developments in Congress. Alan Butler, Executive Director and President of the Electronic Privacy Information Center, highlighted the current urgency by stating, "The landscape has shifted since 2022; this Congress must meet the moment."
Caitriona Fitzgerald, Deputy Director at the Electronic Privacy Information Center, emphasized the importance of the ongoing discussions surrounding the APRA. She stated, "It’s 2024, and we find ourselves once again tracking work in Congress on a comprehensive privacy bill. As we review the APRA and give input as it moves forward in Congress, we will be focusing specifically on the strength of the data minimization rules and the ability to enforce those rules under the bill."
Fitzgerald also pointed out that while strong privacy protections for all Americans have been a priority, the changing landscape necessitates a reevaluation of existing standards. She remarked, "As we said in 2022, getting strong privacy protections for all Americans is a top priority, but the landscape has shifted significantly since 2022 and Congress needs to meet the moment if it is going to set a federal standard."
As the debate on privacy rights continues to evolve, experts like Butler and Fitzgerald will play a crucial role in analyzing the implications of the American Privacy Rights Act and ensuring that the legislation aligns with the current needs and challenges in the digital age.
