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ReveredLegal in the news, authoritative sources we reference, and resources for journalists and researchers covering the SECURE Data Act and federal data privacy legislation.

Authoritative Sources

Sources We Cite

ReveredLegal's analysis is grounded in primary legislative sources, federal regulatory guidance, and recognized industry authorities. All content on this site references the following authoritative sources.

Legislative RecordApril 22, 2026
Congress.gov

HR 8413 — SECURE Data Act Introduced in 119th Congress

The SECURE Data Act (HR 8413) was formally introduced in the House of Representatives, establishing the legislative record for the proposed federal privacy framework that ReveredLegal has been tracking and advising clients on since its drafting phase.

Federal Privacy Legislation Gains Momentum in 119th Congress

The IAPP, the world's largest privacy professional organization, has covered the SECURE Data Act's introduction and its implications for the U.S. privacy landscape — including the broad preemption clause that would supersede all existing state privacy laws.

Regulatory ReferenceOngoing
FTC.gov

FTC Enforcement Authority Under Proposed Federal Privacy Framework

The Federal Trade Commission's existing enforcement guidance and rulemaking authority form the backbone of the SECURE Data Act's enforcement framework. ReveredLegal regularly references FTC guidance in advising clients on compliance readiness.

Free Resource

SECURE Data Act
Compliance Checklist

A comprehensive 30-item checklist covering all five phases of SECURE Data Act compliance preparation. Download and use this as a starting point for your organization's readiness assessment.

  • Identify all categories of personal data collected by your organization
  • Map data flows — where data is collected, stored, processed, and shared
  • Identify all third-party processors and data sharing relationships
  • Determine whether your organization meets SECURE Data Act coverage thresholds
  • Identify all sensitive data categories currently collected or processed
  • Document the purpose for each category of data collected

Sources: This checklist is based on the text of HR 8413 (SECURE Data Act), FTC enforcement guidance, and IAPP compliance frameworks. It is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

For Journalists & Researchers

Media Inquiries

ReveredLegal is available for comment on the SECURE Data Act, federal privacy legislation, and data privacy compliance matters. Principal Attorney Chris W. Hogue is available for interviews, expert commentary, and background briefings.

Media Contact

Chris W. Hogue

Principal Attorney, ReveredLegal

info@reveredlegal.com

(316) 900-DATA (3282)

Areas of Expertise

  • SECURE Data Act (HR 8413)
  • Federal Privacy Preemption
  • State Privacy Law Compliance
  • FTC Enforcement Trends
  • Data Breach Response
  • Consumer Rights Frameworks