Bill Overview
Title: Cooper Davis Act
Description: This bill establishes requirements for electronic communication service providers and remote computing service providers to report knowledge of various drug-related offenses (e.g., unlawful distribution of a controlled substance) to the Drug Enforcement Administration.
Sponsors: Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]
Target Audience
Population: Individuals using electronic communication and remote computing services
Estimated Size: 307000000
- The bill affects electronic communication service providers and remote computing service providers, as they have new reporting requirements.
- Service providers globally are targets as they need to comply if they operate in markets impacted by US laws.
- It also indirectly impacts individuals involved in drug distribution since it strengthens monitoring and enforcement mechanisms enabled through these providers.
- Law enforcement agencies, particularly the Drug Enforcement Administration, will be affected as they receive more data and are able to enforce laws more effectively against illicit drug distribution.
Reasoning
- The Cooper Davis Act primarily targets service providers with new reporting requirements, specifically for illegal distribution of controlled substances.
- The potential impact on well-being is indirect for most individuals, primarily affecting those indirectly involved in or affected by drug distribution.
- The policy may influence well-being by increasing safety perceptions due to strengthened law enforcement or by raising privacy concerns among those worried about increased surveillance.
- The major target population is large, including most internet users in the U.S., but the direct impact is expected to be on a small subset closely related to drug offenses.
Simulated Interviews
Software Engineer (New York City, NY)
Age: 32 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The new obligations may increase operational costs for companies and could slow down innovation due to compliance requirements.
- I worry about the increased surveillance and what that might mean for user privacy.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Data Analyst (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The act might increase governmental oversight which worries me about personal freedoms and privacy.
- Ensuring data protection while combating illegal activities should be a priority.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Entrepreneur (Austin, TX)
Age: 29 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The financial burden on small companies with new compliance measures could be significant.
- While safety is important, the focus should remain on scalable solutions that do not impede business.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 6 |
Digital Rights Advocate (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy could set precedents for increased governmental surveillance, troubling from a digital rights perspective.
- I am concerned about the balance between enforcement and rights to privacy.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
Law Enforcement Officer (Raleigh, NC)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The enhanced reporting could provide valuable data for tackling drug-related crimes more effectively.
- Law enforcement could work more effectively with access to additional data from tech companies.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
College Student (Portland, OR)
Age: 24 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 18/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I don't believe this affects me directly, but I'm wary about social platforms changing due to compliance measures.
- It's essential to balance enterprise demand and personal privacy.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Healthcare Worker (Chicago, IL)
Age: 41 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 8.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Anything that helps curb drug accessibility is positive for communities struggling with substance abuse.
- There needs to be better coordination between health agencies and law enforcement.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Retired (Miami, FL)
Age: 67 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Privacy issues arise when more reporting requirements are enforced.
- I hope for a balanced approach that respects individual privacy rights while achieving its goals.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
University Professor (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 7.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Regulating internet platforms is complicated.
- There needs to be greater transparency in how data is handled and shared with law enforcement.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Tech Support Specialist (Boston, MA)
Age: 22 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 17/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm uncertain about the implications beyond what companies will have to comply with.
- I hope it doesn’t impact my job negatively in tech support, given its focus on compliance.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $150000000 (Low: $100000000, High: $200000000)
Year 2: $140000000 (Low: $90000000, High: $190000000)
Year 3: $130000000 (Low: $80000000, High: $180000000)
Year 5: $120000000 (Low: $70000000, High: $170000000)
Year 10: $100000000 (Low: $50000000, High: $150000000)
Year 100: $30000000 (Low: $15000000, High: $45000000)
Key Considerations
- The balance between privacy rights and public safety will be crucial in the implementation of this policy.
- Potential resistance from tech companies to additional reporting requirements could affect compliance costs.
- Impacts on public trust in technology services owing to perceived privacy intrusions.