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End Mass Surveillance Powers: Protecting US Citizen Privacy

This bill proposes ending the government's authority to collect US citizens' internet data without a warrant. It aims to protect privacy and civil liberties, which have been violated by past abuses. If passed, intelligence agencies will need court approval for communication monitoring, enhancing personal data security.
Key points
Ending the authority to collect internet data without a warrant, increasing citizen privacy protection.
Requiring court approval for communication monitoring, limiting government agency abuses.
Greater transparency and accountability in intelligence operations, strengthening public trust.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_577
Sponsor: Rep. Gaetz, Matt [R-FL-1]
Process start date: 2023-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that authorities under section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 should be allowed to expire.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_577.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ending the authority to collect internet data without a warrant, increasing citizen privacy protection.
  • Requiring court approval for communication monitoring, limiting government agency abuses.
  • Greater transparency and accountability in intelligence operations, strengthening public trust.
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: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Gaetz, Matt [R-FL-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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.

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