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US Senate Approves Revised Surveillance Law

May 31, 2024
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US Senate Approves Revised Surveillance Law

The Senate Intelligence Committee unanimously approved legislation aimed at amending the Section 702 surveillance law, responding to concerns over its potential expansion. This move follows a recent renewal of the surveillance authority, with senators seeking to honor a pledge to restrict which entities the government can compel to provide communications data. Critics had raised alarms over broad language in the bill, fearing it could empower intelligence agencies to force ordinary Americans to aid in government surveillance.

The bill’s passage faced challenges due to an amendment adopted by the House, which expanded the definition of “electronic communication service providers” (ECSP). Critics argued that this broad definition could lead to increased government surveillance of ordinary citizens. However, the Biden administration assured that the expanded authority would be used judiciously and only applied to specific types of service providers involved in ongoing litigation before the FISA court.

To address concerns, the Senate Intelligence Committee clarified the definition of ECSP in its annual intelligence authorization bill. This clarification aims to limit the scope of the surveillance authority to the specific type of provider involved in the ongoing litigation, aligning with the Biden administration’s position. The committee’s 17-0 vote on the legislation indicates successful negotiations and bipartisan support for the changes.

Despite the committee’s efforts to address concerns and narrow the scope of surveillance, some critics remain skeptical. They argue that secret laws and closed-door negotiations undermine democratic values and public trust in government. Attention now turns to the House, where the Intelligence Committee is working on its version of the annual authorization bill, raising questions about potential alignment with the Senate’s amendments or a different policy approach.

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  • US Senate Committee Approves Revised Surveillance Law Amid Concerns
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