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House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) responded to President Biden’s State of the Union Address by emphasizing the importance of protecting Americans' data privacy and security. In a statement, Rodgers highlighted the need for comprehensive data privacy and security legislation to establish a national standard for data protection.

Rodgers stated, "The American people deserve to know that their personal data is protected." She expressed appreciation for President Biden's efforts to address the sale of Americans' personal data to foreign adversaries. However, Rodgers stressed the bipartisan consensus on the necessity of Congress passing legislation to ensure the security of people's data.

She further emphasized the importance of collaboration between the administration and Congress to eliminate the current patchwork of state privacy laws. Rodgers also called for measures to safeguard children online and prevent unauthorized surveillance and exploitation of Americans' data by malicious actors and foreign entities.

The statement underscores the shared commitment of both Republicans and Democrats to enhance data privacy and security measures at the national level. As Chair of the Energy and Commerce Committee, Rodgers's remarks signal a call for legislative action to strengthen Americans' data privacy rights and protect against potential threats in the digital age.

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