A bill to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.
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Overview
This bill extends the current authorities granted under Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until June 12, 2026. Title VII allows for electronic surveillance to gather foreign intelligence information. Specifically, the bill changes the dates by which these authorities are set to expire, pushing them further into the future. This extension ensures continued use of these surveillance methods for a longer period.
Key provisions
- Extends the expiration date of Title VII of FISA from April 30, 2026, to June 12, 2026.
- Amends Section 403(b) of the FISA Amendments Act of 2008.
- Updates the effective date of the extension to April 29, 2026, or the enactment date of the bill, whichever comes first.
- Maintains the existing framework for electronic surveillance for foreign intelligence purposes.
Who is affected
- Federal Government
- Intelligence Agencies
- Foreign Nationals
- U.S. Persons (potentially, due to incidental collection)
Notable changes
- Extends the operational lifespan of Title VII of FISA.
- Shifts the expiration date of surveillance authorities.
- No changes are explicitly noted regarding the process for querying information collected under Title VII.
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