House Bill 9800
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Protection Against Mass Surveillance Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Jul 21, 2026
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The bill prohibits federal agencies from using certain surveillance systems, such as automated license plate recognition and facial recognition technology. It also restricts state and local governments from using federal funds for these technologies. Any data obtained in violation of the prohibition must be deleted within 30 days, and cannot be used as evidence in court or administrative proceedings. This bill aims to protect individuals from being identified, tracked, or recorded by automated surveillance systems using specific technologies.
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Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
9800
Congress
119
Policy Area
Armed Forces and National Security
Armed Forces and National Security
Primary focus of measure is military operations and spending, facilities, procurement and weapons, personnel, intelligence; strategic materials; war and emergency powers; veterans’ issues. Measures concerning alliances and collective security, arms sales and military assistance, or arms control may fall under International Affairs policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
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July 21, 2026
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07/21/2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
07/21/2026
Introduced in House
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