Border Security Search Accountability Act of 2009
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (22 Jul 2009): Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote .
What this bill does
This bill, H.R. 1726, would require the Secretary of Homeland Security to create a formal rule for border security searches of electronic devices. This rule would specify the scope of these searches, establish procedures for conducting them, and outline recordkeeping requirements. It would also mandate training for officers involved in these searches, covering relevant legal and privacy issues.
The bill aims to set standards for how U.S. Customs and Border Protection and other Department of Homeland Security agents can search electronic devices like phones and laptops at border crossings. It includes provisions for handling sensitive information found, such as trade secrets or privileged communications, and details requirements for when devices or data can be retained. Individuals whose devices are searched would receive notice of certain actions, a receipt if their device is taken, and information on how to report abuses.
As a bill introduced in the House of Representatives in 2009, H.R. 1726 was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security. Its current status is "Introduced," meaning it has not yet moved through the legislative process to become law. For the bill to advance, it would need to be considered, potentially amended, and voted on by the committee and then by the full House.
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Official summary
Border Security Search Accountability Act of 2009 - Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) issue a rule regarding the scope of, and procedural and recordkeeping requirements associated with, border security searches of electronic devices; and (2) provide related officer training.
Sets forth rule contents.
Timeline
22 Jul 2009
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote .
Common questions
- What does H.R. 1726 do?
- This bill, H.R. 1726, would require the Secretary of Homeland Security to create a formal rule for border security searches of electronic devices. This rule would specify the scope of these searches, establish procedures for conducting them, and outline recordkeeping requirements. It would also mandate training for officers involved in these searches, covering relevant legal and privacy issues. The bill aims to set standards for how U.S. Customs and Border Protection and other Department of Homeland Security agents can search electronic devices like phones and laptops at border crossings. It includes provisions for handling sensitive information found, such as trade secrets or privileged communications, and details requirements for when devices or data can be retained. Individuals whose devices are searched would receive notice of certain actions, a receipt if their device is taken, and information on how to report abuses. As a bill introduced in the House of Representatives in 2009, H.R. 1726 was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security. Its current status is "Introduced," meaning it has not yet moved through the legislative process to become law. For the bill to advance, it would need to be considered, potentially amended, and voted on by the committee and then by the full House.
- Has H.R. 1726 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 1726. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 1726?
- H.R. 1726 was sponsored by Rep. Sanchez, Loretta [D-CA-47] (D-CA), with 18 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 1726?
- Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote . (22 Jul 2009).
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