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House Passes Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act

The new legislation requires law enforcement to obtain a warrant before purchasing data, aiming to protect citizens' privacy rights.

  • The House approved the Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act, which prohibits government entities from buying personal data without a warrant.
  • The bill received bipartisan support but faced opposition from the White House and some members of Congress, citing national security concerns.
  • President Biden has expressed strong opposition to the bill, emphasizing potential impacts on intelligence and law enforcement operations.
  • The legislation aims to close loopholes that allow warrantless acquisition of data from third-party brokers, enhancing privacy protections.
  • As the bill moves to the Senate, it continues to generate debate over the balance between privacy rights and national security needs.
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