A bill to prevent cops and spies from buying Americans’ data instead of getting a warrant has a fighting chance in the US Congress as lawmakers team up against surveillance overreach.

Rival US Lawmakers Mobilize to Stop Police From Buying Phone Data::A bill to prevent cops and spies from buying Americans’ data instead of getting a warrant has a fighting chance in the US Congress as lawmakers team up against surveillance overreach.

  • sramder@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I don’t think I’ve been excited for a new law in a long time. Didn’t really think I could be… it’s shameful this has gone on for so long and I’m hopeful our congress-critters can get it done.