Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB1208

Introduced
3/31/25  

Caption

Privacy Act Modernization Act of 2025

Impact

If passed, SB1208 will significantly modify how federal agencies manage personal data. It stipulates that records can only be disclosed for legally authorized purposes and underlines the necessity of minimizing the amount of information disclosed to what's essential for accomplishing the intended purpose. By revising the definitions in the existing Privacy Act, this legislation seeks to encompass new forms of data and their management, ensuring that individuals' privacy rights are better protected as governmental data handling practices evolve.

Summary

SB1208, known as the Privacy Act Modernization Act of 2025, aims to amend title 5 of the United States Code to enhance the privacy protections surrounding records maintained on individuals. This bill seeks to modernize existing definitions and standards related to the collection, use, and disclosure of personally identifiable information (PII) held by government agencies. The bill also introduces stricter guidelines for the retention and sharing of such information, aiming to strengthen individual privacy rights in the face of expanding technological capabilities.

Contention

While the bill aims for improved privacy protections, discussions around SB1208 indicate there may be contention regarding the balance between privacy rights and governmental operational needs. Stakeholders from various sectors may raise concerns over the implications of increased restrictions on data availability for research and analysis purposes. Furthermore, the introduction of stringent penalties for privacy violations may prompt debate on the feasibility of compliance for federal agencies and their contractors, potentially stalling the bill's progress through legislative channels.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

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