Reproductive Data Privacy and Protection Act

# Reproductive Data Privacy and Protection Act (HR 3218) **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish federal protections for personal data related to reproductive health. If passed, it would restrict companies and organizations from collecting, sharing, or selling sensitive information about people's reproductive activities, decisions, or health conditions without their explicit consent. The legislation aims to create privacy safeguards for data that could reveal whether someone is seeking abortion care, contraception, fertility treatments, or other reproductive services. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions:** The bill would impact technology companies, data brokers, healthcare providers, and apps that currently collect or share reproductive information. It would likely give individuals the right to know what reproductive data is being collected about them and the ability to delete it.

The legislation would also prohibit using this data for targeted advertising or selling it to third parties. Violators could face penalties and enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. As introduced in the 119th Congress, it remains under review by the appropriate House committees.