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HR 8470·Federal·house

Surveillance Accountability Act

In CommitteeFiled Apr 23, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Massie, Thomas [R-KY-4] (R)
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Apr 23, 2026

Summary

The Surveillance Accountability Act makes it illegal for the government to conduct searches that significantly affect a person's privacy or security without a warrant based on probable cause. It also gives individuals a right to sue when their Fourth Amendment rights are violated, including against federal employees. The bill aims to tighten privacy protections and hold officials accountable.

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