The Fourth Amendment is Not For Sale Act (H 8119)

  • Status: Held for Further Study
  • Position: Support
  • Bill Number: H 8119
  • Session: 2026
  • Latest Update: Apr 16, 2026
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Summary

We supported legislation that would prohibit the warrantless purchases of personal data in connection with any criminal, civil, or other investigatory or enforcement activity. This legislation would importantly close a loophole that permits federal agencies to purchase citizens' sensitive information from data brokers. This legislation died in committee.

Sponsors:
Representative Potter

Documents

Apr 16, 2026

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