House Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce Hearing: 'Protecting America’s Consumers: Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Data Privacy and Security'
The House Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce held a hearing titled "Protecting America’s Consumers: Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Data Privacy and Security" on June 14, 2022. This session was organized by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce to discuss the proposed American Data Privacy and Protection Act (ADPPA), aiming to establish a comprehensive national standard for data privacy and security.
The hearing focused on key aspects of the ADPPA, including data minimization, consumer rights, and the roles of the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general in enforcement. Witnesses provided insights on the bill's provisions, such as restrictions on data collection and processing, protections for sensitive information, and mechanisms for consumer redress.
Notable participants included representatives from consumer advocacy groups, industry associations, and privacy organizations. Their testimonies addressed the potential impacts of the legislation on businesses and consumers, highlighting areas of consensus and debate regarding the bill's scope and enforcement mechanisms.
This hearing was particularly relevant for policymakers, legal professionals, and stakeholders in the data privacy sector, offering a platform to understand and influence the development of federal data privacy legislation.
Speakers(26)
Bertram Lee
Senior Policy Counsel, Data Decision Making, and Artificial Intelligence at Future of Privacy Forum
Bertram Lee is the Senior Policy Counsel at the Future of Privacy Forum, specializing in data decision-making and AI policy.
Caitriona Fitzgerald
Deputy Director at Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC)
Caitriona Fitzgerald is the Deputy Director at EPIC, focusing on privacy, civil liberties, and data protection issues.
Cathy McMorris Rodgers
Ranking Member at U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce
Cathy McMorris Rodgers serves as the Ranking Member of the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce, representing Washington's 5th congressional district.
David Brody
Managing Attorney, Digital Justice Initiative at Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law
David Brody leads the Digital Justice Initiative at the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, addressing civil rights in the digital age.
Doug Kantor
General Counsel at National Association of Convenience Stores
Doug Kantor serves as General Counsel for the National Association of Convenience Stores, representing the interests of convenience store operators across the United States.
Eric D. Hagopian
CEO and President at Pilot Precision Products
Eric D. Hagopian is the CEO and President of Pilot Precision Products.
Frank Pallone, Jr.
Chairman at U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce
Frank Pallone, Jr. is the Chairman of the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce, representing New Jersey's 6th congressional district.
Gina M. Raimondo
Secretary at U.S. Department of Commerce
Gina M. Raimondo is the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce, responsible for promoting economic growth and job creation.
Graham Dufault
Senior Director for Public Policy at ACT | The App Association
Graham Dufault serves as the Senior Director for Public Policy at ACT | The App Association, representing app developers and IT companies in policy matters.
Greg Regan
President at Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO
Greg Regan serves as President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, representing transportation workers across various sectors.
Gus Bilirakis
Ranking Member at Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce
Gus Bilirakis is the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce, representing Florida's 12th congressional district.
Hadley Heath Manning
Vice President for Policy at Independent Women's Forum
Hadley Heath Manning is the Vice President for Policy at the Independent Women's Forum.
Jan Schakowsky
Chair at Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce
Jan Schakowsky serves as the Chair of the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce, representing Illinois's 9th congressional district.
Jason Levine
Executive Director at Center for Auto Safety
Jason Levine leads the Center for Auto Safety, advocating for consumer protection and vehicle safety.
John B. Miller
Senior Vice President of Policy and General Counsel at Information Technology Industry Council (ITI)
John Miller is the Senior Vice President of Policy and General Counsel at ITI, representing the tech industry's policy interests.
Jolina Cuaresma
Senior Counsel, Privacy & Technology Policy at Common Sense Media
Jolina Cuaresma serves as Senior Counsel for Privacy & Technology Policy at Common Sense Media, advocating for children's privacy rights.
Julie Menin
Former Commissioner at New York City Department of Consumer Affairs
Julie Menin is the former Commissioner of the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs.
Kaitlin Kraska
Director of Federal Legislation, Government Relations at American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Kaitlin Kraska serves as the Director of Federal Legislation in Government Relations at the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Martin J. Walsh
Secretary at U.S. Department of Labor
Martin J. Walsh serves as the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor, overseeing policies and programs related to workforce development and labor standards.
Maureen K. Ohlhausen
Co-Chair at 21st Century Privacy Coalition
Maureen K. Ohlhausen is the Co-Chair of the 21st Century Privacy Coalition.
Michael O’Neal
Vice President – Corporate Underwriting at First American Title Insurance Company
Michael O’Neal serves as the Vice President of Corporate Underwriting at First American Title Insurance Company.
Ragunathan Rajkumar
Professor at Carnegie Mellon University
Ragunathan Rajkumar is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, specializing in autonomous vehicle technologies.
The Honorable Gus Bilirakis
Ranking Member at House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce
Gus Bilirakis is a U.S. Representative serving as Ranking Member of the House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
The Honorable Janice Schakowsky
Chair at House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce
Janice Schakowsky is a U.S. Representative serving as Chair of the House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
Tori Barnes
Executive Vice President, Public Affairs and Policy at U.S. Travel Association
Tori Barnes serves as the Executive Vice President of Public Affairs and Policy at the U.S. Travel Association.
Trista Hamsmith
Founder at Reese’s Purpose
Trista Hamsmith is the founder of Reese’s Purpose.
Event Details
- Date
- June 14, 2022
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States
- 2123 Rayburn House Office Building
- Audience
- Policymakers, legal professionals, data privacy stakeholders