Financial Privacy Protection and Government Oversight Limitation
This act aims to strengthen citizens' financial privacy by limiting government access to their banking data and transactions. It introduces new rules for digital currencies and increases Congressional oversight of federal agencies, potentially impacting daily finances and civil liberties.
Key points
Requires a search warrant for government access to financial records, enhancing privacy protection.
Prohibits the creation of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) issued directly to individuals.
Repeals the lower reporting threshold for third-party network transactions, easing small online payments.
Establishes criminal and civil penalties for unauthorized disclosure of financial records and provides for other relief.
Strengthens Congressional review of federal agency rules, requiring approval for major regulations.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_809
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2025-02-27