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US House Limits Data Broker Deals

April 18, 2024
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The House of Representatives passed the “Fourth Amendment is Not for Sale Act,” aimed at curbing government purchases of personal information from data brokers without subpoenas or warrants. Despite objections from the Biden administration, the bill gained bipartisan support, with 96 Democrats and 123 Republicans voting in favor. The legislation seeks to protect Americans’ privacy rights by restricting the government’s ability to acquire commercially available information (CAI) without proper legal authorization.

The Biden administration has criticized the bill, arguing that it would impede national security efforts and intelligence-gathering capabilities. Senior officials expressed concerns over the broad language of the bill and its potential impact on combating terrorism and other threats. However, proponents of the legislation view it as essential for safeguarding individuals’ privacy and ensuring constitutional protections against unreasonable search and seizure by the government.

The use of CAI by the government has been a contentious issue, with privacy advocates and lawmakers expressing concerns about the extensive collection of personal data without adequate oversight. Recent revelations about data brokers selling sensitive information, including location data, have heightened scrutiny over government practices. Despite the administration’s objections, proponents assert that the bill is necessary to address privacy concerns and bring transparency to the government’s data acquisition practices.

The passage of the bill reflects ongoing debates over the balance between privacy rights and national security interests. While efforts to protect individuals’ privacy are commendable, the implications of restricting government access to CAI raise complex challenges in the context of modern surveillance and intelligence-gathering activities. The bill’s journey through Congress underscores the need for comprehensive discussions and careful consideration of the competing interests at stake.

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  • US House Votes to Limit Government Data Broker Transactions
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