The Center for Democracy and Technology joined several other organizations in creating a Q&A document that delves into the Security and Freedom Enhancing (SAFE) Act of 2024, aimed at reforming existing loopholes concerning government access to private data without a warrant.
According to the Q&A, the SAFE Act is designed to address two significant loopholes. It would mandate intelligence agencies to obtain a court order before searching Section 702 data for Americans' communications. Additionally, it would prohibit agencies from purchasing sensitive personal data from brokers without the required legal process.
Supporters of the SAFE Act emphasize the importance of these reforms in safeguarding civil liberties. On the other hand, critics express concern that the reforms could potentially impede national security efforts and law enforcement investigations.
This initiative underscores the ongoing challenge of striking a balance between privacy and security in the digital era. It also underscores the pressing need for reform within the realm of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).
The full Q&A document can be accessed to gain a comprehensive understanding of the implications and objectives of the SAFE Act.
