Jon Ossoff Expresses Strong Support for New Bipartisan Bill Aimed at Internet Privacy Protections
WASHINGTON (July 1, 2024) – WHAT: Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff has formally announced his strong endorsement of a new bipartisan bill, the Online Privacy Act of 2024. WHEN: The announcement was made during a press conference held today at the U.S. Capitol. WHERE: The event took place in the Senate Press Gallery, with a focus on Capitol Hill. WHO: The statement was issued by Senator Jon Ossoff, a Democrat from Georgia, who is a key co-sponsor of the legislation. WHY: Ossoff stated the bill is necessary to address "growing corporate overreach and exploitation of user data," aiming to give citizens greater control over their personal information. How: The proposed legislation would establish a new independent agency to enforce data privacy standards. The Senator’s office confirmed the bill has garnered initial support from both sides of the aisle, with talks of a floor vote as early as next month.