The FISA Reform and Reauthorization Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 3351, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. This bill aims to reform and reauthorize the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which governs the surveillance activities of the US government in relation to foreign intelligence gathering.
The main provisions of this bill include increased oversight and transparency measures to ensure that FISA surveillance activities are conducted in a lawful and accountable manner. It also includes provisions to strengthen privacy protections for US citizens and residents who may be subject to surveillance under FISA.
Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance the role of the FISA Court in reviewing and approving surveillance activities, as well as increasing reporting requirements for the government to Congress on its use of FISA authorities.
Overall, the FISA Reform and Reauthorization Act of 2023 aims to strike a balance between national security interests and civil liberties, ensuring that the government's surveillance activities are conducted in a manner that is consistent with the rule of law and respect for individual rights.