- Stage
- On calendar
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsors
- 12
- Latest action
- Apr 14, 2026
What it does
The SAFE Act would amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to increase transparency and oversight of intelligence activities, particularly regarding the collection of communications involving U.S. persons under Section 702. It would require the Department of Justice to conduct regular audits of FBI queries, impose new approval and training requirements for sensitive searches, and prohibit certain practices like reverse targeting and avoiding disclosure through parallel construction. The bill also includes provisions for public disclosure, criminal penalties for violations, and limitations on intelligence and law enforcement acquisition of personal data from brokers and…
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Where it stands
Introduced (Done)
Committee (Current step)
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