Lawmakers say questions remain about Google’s policy

Lawmakers said that they still have questions regarding Google’s privacy policies after receiving an explanatory letter from the company.

Reps. Cliff Stearns (R-FL) and Ed Markey (D-MA) both said they had lingering questions about the policy, particularly about whether the company will allow its account holders to opt out of data collection and integration between its services. Rep Stearns praised Google for responding quickly and simplifying its policies, but said that he would like Google to brief lawmakers on its responses before the policy goes into effect March 1. Rep Markey said that he understands that integrating data makes good business sense for Google, but that he believes it “undermines privacy safeguards” in place for consumers.