Will the US Congress pass a new, comprehensive Federal Data Privacy Law (similar to GDPR or CCPA) before the end of 2028?

The State vs. Federal Divide

While there is widespread agreement in the US Congress on the need for a federal data privacy law, consensus has historically broken down over preemption (whether a federal law should override strong state laws like California's CCPA) and enforcement mechanisms (simulated late 2025 context). However, the rising power of AI and the global trend toward stricter regulation are increasing pressure on lawmakers. The 55% 'Yes' majority suggests that a critical mass of corporate support (seeking a single, simple compliance standard instead of 50 state laws) combined with a necessary legislative push (perhaps following a major data breach) will finally overcome the key sticking points, leading to the passage of a comprehensive federal bill before the end of 2028.