HR 5678
Privacy Office Enhancement Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Privacy Office Enhancement Act, strengthens the role of the Chief Privacy Officer within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). It expands the officer’s responsibilities to include developing privacy guidance for DHS components, overseeing records management and information sharing practices, and acting as the Department’s Chief FOIA Officer. The bill also requires the Chief Privacy Officer to report annually to Congress on privacy activities and technology programs within the department.
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Mike D. Rogers
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