“The Federal Trade Commission today told Congress that protecting consumers’ privacy – through law enforcement, education and policy initiatives – is a top priority at the agency. In delivering Commission testimony before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittees on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, and Communications and Technology, Commissioner Edith Ramirez said, “Privacy has been an important part of the Commission’s consumer protection mission for 40 years. During this time, the Commission’s goal in the privacy arena has remained constant: to protect consumers’ personal information and ensure that they have the confidence to take advantage of the many benefits offered by the dynamic and ever-changing marketplace.”