- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsors
- 7
- Latest action
- May 20, 2025
What it does
The DOGE BROS Act increases civil and criminal penalties for various federal data privacy and security violations, including unauthorized access to government computer systems, improper disclosure of personal records held by federal agencies, and wrongful release of Social Security, health, tax, and census data. It raises fines from $5,000 or $10,000 to $25,000 or $30,000 in several provisions and establishes a maximum fine of $750,000 for individuals who illegally obtain information from federal departments or agencies using a computer. The bill affects individuals who violate federal data protection laws and aims to strengthen oversight and safeguards for government-held electronic data.
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