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Protecting Americans from Unauthorized Surveillance Act: New Oversight for Intelligence Requests

This bill creates a new oversight office to review government surveillance requests and ensure they meet legal standards. It strengthens privacy protections by requiring independent experts to participate in court proceedings regarding wiretapping and data collection.
Key points
Establishment of the FISA Oversight Office within the Department of Justice to evaluate surveillance applications.
Mandatory legal challenges by the Office if surveillance requests for U.S. persons lack clear probable cause.
Requirement for the court to appoint an independent expert (amicus curiae) for every surveillance application or review.
Increased transparency through annual reports to Congress on challenged and approved surveillance requests.
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Additional Information
Protecting Americans from Unauthorized Surveillance Act
Print number: HR 8178
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36]
Process start date: 2026-04-02
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Protecting Americans from Unauthorized Surveillance Act: New Oversight for Intelligence Requests

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 8178.

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 2026-04-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of the FISA Oversight Office within the Department of Justice to evaluate surveillance applications.
  • Mandatory legal challenges by the Office if surveillance requests for U.S. persons lack clear probable cause.
  • Requirement for the court to appoint an independent expert (amicus curiae) for every surveillance application or review.
  • Increased transparency through annual reports to Congress on challenged and approved surveillance requests.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36].

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 2026-04-15.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 8178

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