FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4373.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2022-06-09.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- The government must get written court approval with justification to delay notifying you about access to your electronic data.
- Notification delay can last up to 60 days, with possible extensions if the court provides renewed written justification.
- After the delay period ends, you will receive a copy of the warrant or order and notice about what data was accessed or if no data was accessed.
- You have the right to request a copy of the disclosed data within 180 days of receiving notification.
- The act requires the Attorney General to report annually on the number of delayed notification requests and their outcomes.
What is the specific legal status?
The current status is Expired.
Where can I read the full text of this legislation?
The full official text is available at:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.