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1/31/2025, 11:08 AM
Summary of Bill HR 96
Bill 119 HR 96, also known as the "Preventing Government Surveillance Act," aims to prohibit federal agencies from using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to conduct surveillance on United States citizens. The bill seeks to protect the privacy and civil liberties of individuals by restricting the use of drones for surveillance purposes.
Under this legislation, federal agencies would be prohibited from using UAVs to collect information on American citizens without their consent or a warrant. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that any data collected by drones is not used in a way that violates the Fourth Amendment rights of individuals.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability in the use of drones by requiring federal agencies to report on their use of UAVs for surveillance purposes. This would help ensure that the public is informed about how drones are being used and provide oversight to prevent any potential abuses of power. Overall, Bill 119 HR 96 seeks to strike a balance between national security interests and the protection of individual privacy rights. By limiting the use of drones for surveillance purposes and increasing transparency in their use, the legislation aims to safeguard the rights of American citizens while still allowing for necessary government operations.
Under this legislation, federal agencies would be prohibited from using UAVs to collect information on American citizens without their consent or a warrant. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that any data collected by drones is not used in a way that violates the Fourth Amendment rights of individuals.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability in the use of drones by requiring federal agencies to report on their use of UAVs for surveillance purposes. This would help ensure that the public is informed about how drones are being used and provide oversight to prevent any potential abuses of power. Overall, Bill 119 HR 96 seeks to strike a balance between national security interests and the protection of individual privacy rights. By limiting the use of drones for surveillance purposes and increasing transparency in their use, the legislation aims to safeguard the rights of American citizens while still allowing for necessary government operations.
Congressional Summary of HR 96
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This bill prohibits federal law enforcement from using unmanned aerial vehicles to intentionally conduct surveillance of a specifically targeted U.S. citizen or the property of such an individual, with certain exceptions.
Specifically, this prohibition shall not apply if (1) the federal law enforcement agency in question first obtains a search warrant, (2) the Department of Homeland Security certifies that such surveillance is necessary to counter a high risk of a terrorist attack by a specified person or organization, or (3) the citizen gives written consent for a photograph or recording that will be made available to the public.
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Current Status of Bill HR 96
Bill HR 96 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 96 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 96's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 3, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 96
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
6Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 96
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 96
To prevent agencies from using unmanned aerial vehicles to conduct surveillance of United States citizens, and for other purposes.
To prevent agencies from using unmanned aerial vehicles to conduct surveillance of United States citizens, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 96
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