For years, Americans have lived under a patchwork of state privacy laws, leaving consumers confused and vulnerable. Now, Congress is considering the American Privacy Rights Act (APRA), a bipartisan proposal that would create a unified national standard for data protection. If passed, APRA would give individuals stronger rights over their personal information, limit how companies collect and sell data, and establish clear enforcement mechanisms. For seniors who increasingly rely on digital platforms for healthcare, banking, and communication, this act could be a game-changer.
