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Stronger Privacy Protections: Government Data Handling and Individual Rights.

This Act broadens the definition of personal data and the systems used to store it, now covering information linked to devices. It imposes stricter requirements on agencies for collecting and disclosing data, mandating data minimization efforts. Individuals gain rights to sue the government for privacy violations, with guaranteed minimum damages and the ability to claim non-monetary losses.
Key points
Expanded Coverage: Privacy protections now cover natural persons who are U.S. persons or physically present in the U.S., replacing the limitation to citizens and permanent residents.
Device Data Included: The definition of personally identifiable information (PII) now explicitly includes data linked to an individual's device.
Stricter Agency Rules: Agencies must use the minimum necessary amount of information when disclosing records and must justify the legal necessity of data collection.
Penalties and Damages: Introduces felony charges (up to 10 years) for malicious data misuse and sets the minimum compensation for intentional privacy violations at $1,000, including non-monetary damages.
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Print number: 119_S_1208
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2025-03-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Privacy Act Modernization Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1208.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanded Coverage: Privacy protections now cover natural persons who are U.S. persons or physically present in the U.S., replacing the limitation to citizens and permanent residents.
  • Device Data Included: The definition of personally identifiable information (PII) now explicitly includes data linked to an individual's device.
  • Stricter Agency Rules: Agencies must use the minimum necessary amount of information when disclosing records and must justify the legal necessity of data collection.
  • Penalties and Damages: Introduces felony charges (up to 10 years) for malicious data misuse and sets the minimum compensation for intentional privacy violations at $1,000, including non-monetary damages.
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 Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR].

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 2025-12-31.

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