What does Preamble of Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act do?

This bill aims to prevent manufacturers of covered vehicles from accessing, selling, or sharing covered data without the consent of covered vehicle owners. The bill would require manufacturers of covered vehicles to provide covered vehicle owners with access to, and control of, covered data. The bill is intended to address data privacy concerns related to vehicles.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act do?

This section defines terms used throughout the Act. The term 'Commission' refers to the Federal Trade Commission. 'Covered data' encompasses user data and vehicle-generated data. 'Covered vehicle' includes motor vehicles and vehicles primarily used for farming or construction. 'Geolocation data' is defined as information revealing the physical location of an individual, covered vehicle, or device. 'Motor vehicle' has the meaning defined in 49 U.S.C. § 30102(a) and includes motor vehicle trailers. 'Personally identifiable information' includes data that directly or indirectly identifies an individual, or reveals geolocation or internet activity. 'User data' is data transferred to a covered vehicle by its owner or user. 'User preference' refers to choices made regarding configurable settings of a covered vehicle. 'Vehicle-generated data' includes all electronic data generated or processed onboard a covered vehicle, including geolocation data.

What does USER DATA AND VEHICLE-GENERATED DATA PRIVACY AND SECURITY. of Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act do?

This section prohibits manufacturers of covered vehicles from accessing covered data unless the owner (or next of kin in case of death or incapacity) provides freely given, informed, specific, unambiguous, written consent that can be easily withdrawn, or the access is solely to improve vehicle performance or safety. Manufacturers are also restricted from selling, leasing, or sharing covered data unless required by a lawfully executed warrant, court order with notice and objection opportunity, or to facilitate an emergency response, or with owner consent meeting specific criteria. The sale, licensing, renting, trading, transferring, releasing, disclosing, or providing access to personally identifiable information of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents to specific foreign governments (North Korea, China, Russia, Iran, and Venezuela) is prohibited. The Commission is required to submit a report to Congress within 180 days of the Act's enactment detailing various aspects of covered data, including types of data accessed, entities accessing it, government usage, potential sales, cybersecurity risks, and data compromise occurrences. The report must also describe the feasibility of a technology-neutral, standards-based secure interface allowing vehicle owners access to their data, independent of proprietary technologies.

What does VEHICLE OWNER'S DATA ACCESS AND CONTROL. of Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act do?

This section requires manufacturers of covered vehicles to provide owners with access to and control over covered data generated or processed within the vehicle. This access must be provided at no cost beyond the vehicle's purchase price and in real time. Owners are prohibited from having restrictions on the use of the data or being required to pay fees or purchase licenses for decryption or access. Data access is required through the vehicle's interface port and wirelessly, if the vehicle is equipped with that technology. The section mandates an open application programming interface (API) that allows for user data deletion and the setting of user preferences. This section supersedes any state or local laws that conflict with its requirements.

What does ENFORCEMENT. of Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act do?

This section establishes the enforcement mechanisms for the Act. Violations of this Act are treated as violations of an unfair or deceptive act or practice under the Federal Trade Commission Act. The Commission will enforce this Act using the same methods, jurisdiction, powers, and duties as it does under the Federal Trade Commission Act. Individuals violating this Act are subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act. This Act does not limit the Commission's authority under any other law.

What does DISCLOSURE OF CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS INFORMATION. of Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act do?

This section limits the requirement for manufacturers of covered vehicles to disclose confidential business information. An exception to this limitation is provided in section 4.

What does EFFECTIVE DATE. of Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act do?

This Act will become effective three months after its enactment.

What does NO NEW APPROPRIATIONS. of Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act do?

This section prohibits the authorization of new appropriations to implement the Act. The Commission is required to carry out the Act using funds already appropriated.

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Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act

Last updated: 12/16/2025 · Introduced: 12/16/2025

Author: Mike Lee (R-UT)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill restricts vehicle manufacturers from accessing, selling, or sharing vehicle data without explicit owner consent, except for vehicle performance or safety improvements.
Vehicle owners will be granted free, real-time access to and control over their vehicle's data, including the ability to delete data and set preferences, through both physical and wireless interfaces.
The Federal Trade Commission will enforce the Act, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices, and prohibits the sharing of personal data with specific foreign governments.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 6734(In Committee)Official page

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