Federal police and intelligence agencies could not buy many personal digital records from data brokers. They would often need a court order instead. Data gathered in violation of the bill could not be used in court or similar proceedings.
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Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act is a House bill in Congress.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects federal police, intelligence agencies, data brokers, tech companies, telecom companies, and people whose digital records may be sold or shared. Agencies would have fewer ways to get sensitive data without a judge. Companies that hold or move digital records would face clearer limits on when they can give that data to the government.
Why this matters: This bill matters because private companies collect detailed records about people’s lives, and the government may be able to buy some of that data without the usual court review. The bill would push agencies toward court-approved processes for more sensitive digital records. It could strengthen privacy protections, but it could also make some investigations slower or harder.
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Officially: Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act
Federal police and intelligence agencies could not buy many personal digital records from data brokers. They would often need a court order instead. Data gathered in violation of the bill could not be used in court or similar proceedings.
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Where it stands
Sitting in House Committee
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Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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