Certified Information Privacy Professional – United States (CIPP/US) — Question 157

Which federal act does NOT contain provisions for preempting stricter state laws?

Answer options

• A. The CAN-SPAM Act
• B. The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• C. The Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA)
• D. The Telemarketing Consumer Protection and Fraud Prevention Act

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The Telemarketing Consumer Protection and Fraud Prevention Act does not contain preemption provisions, allowing states to implement stricter regulations. In contrast, the other acts, such as the CAN-SPAM Act and COPPA, include clauses that prevent states from enacting laws that are more stringent than federal standards.