United States of America: Introduced Bill to support research on privacy-enhancing technologies and promote responsible data use (S 3325)

On 15 November 2023, the Bill to support research on privacy enhancing technologies and promote responsible data use (S 3325) was introduced at the United States Senate. If enacted, the legislation would mandate the National Science Foundation (NSF) to fund research initiatives focused on privacy-enhancing technologies specifically designed to safeguard personal consumer data. Additionally, the Bill calls for collaboration between the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and various stakeholders from the academic, public, and private sectors to formulate standards for the seamless integration of PET into both business and government practices.