CONSENT Act
Bill Summary
Requires online service providers to obtain explicit user consent before collecting or sharing personal data, with some exceptions for certain types of data and uses. Establishes rules for how providers must obtain and manage user consent.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 4, 2026
- Jun 4, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects online service users, who would gain more control over their personal data and receive clearer notices about data collection and sharing. It also impacts online service providers, such as social media and website operators, which would need to change their data collection and consent practices to comply with the new rules.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
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Documents
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Bill Details
Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.