United States of America: Adopted FCC Broadband Consumer Privacy Rules
Description
Adopted FCC Broadband Consumer Privacy Rules
On 27 October 2016, the Federal Communications Commission adopted the Broadband Consumer Privacy Rules. In particular, the Rules require broadband Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to obtain affirmative “opt-in” consent from consumers to use and sha…
Scope
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: internet and telecom services
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body