Spyware Law Seeks to Protect Consumers
The 110th Congress is making another effort to pass legislation that aims to protect Americans from spyware. It will make it illegal for companies to install the damaging and malicious software onto computers without the user’s permission. The news comes at a time when identity theft is rising, and more sites are uploading the snooping programs to gain knowledge of the habits and personal information of users. House Bill 964 is also known as the “Securely Protect Yourself Against Cyber Trespass Act” or the “Spy Act.” Congresswoman Mary Bono (CA45) originally introduced it in the 108th and 109th Congress. On February 8, 2007, Congressman Edolphus Towns (NY-10) and Congresswoman Mary Bono re-introduced the legislation, this time adding some additional information. Lawmakers like the new version, so far.
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