S.4082

Government Surveillance Reform Act of 2026

Introduced·3/12/26

Government Surveillance Reform Act of 2026: Protects U.S. persons' data, limits federal access to vehicle data, and enhances transparency.

The Government Surveillance Reform Act of 2026 aims to protect the data of U.S. persons and limit federal access to vehicle data. It prohibits federal agencies from obtaining personal data from state or local governments if it was acquired unlawfully. Federal law enforcement agencies are restricted from querying personal data unless it is reasonably likely to retrieve foreign intelligence information. The act also limits federal access to vehicle data, requiring warrants for most cases.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 12

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.