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Protecting Personal Data in Customs Documents

New law protects your personal data, such as Social Security and passport numbers, from public disclosure in customs documents. This aims to enhance citizens' security and privacy by preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information.
Key points
Personal data, including Social Security and passport numbers, will be removed from publicly available customs manifests.
Shipment information will not be publicly disclosed if it poses a threat of personal injury or property damage.
Changes take effect 30 days after enactment, enhancing your data security.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1568
Sponsor: Rep. Waltz, Michael [R-FL-6]
Process start date: 2023-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Moving Americans Privacy Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1568.

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 2023-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Personal data, including Social Security and passport numbers, will be removed from publicly available customs manifests.
  • Shipment information will not be publicly disclosed if it poses a threat of personal injury or property damage.
  • Changes take effect 30 days after enactment, enhancing your data security.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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. Waltz, Michael [R-FL-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 118-39.

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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