Preventing Access to U.S. Sensitive Personal Data and Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern or Covered Persons; Correction
Summary
This regulation prevents foreign governments and certain individuals from countries considered threats to U.S. security from accessing sensitive personal information about Americans and data related to the U.S. government. The rule aims to protect Americans' personal data and national security by restricting how companies can share information with foreign entities deemed dangerous.
Key Points
- 1The rule blocks countries of concern (identified as security threats) and their representatives from obtaining sensitive U.S. personal data, including financial records, health information, and location data
- 2Companies and data brokers must implement safeguards to prevent unauthorized foreign access to Americans' personal information
- 3The regulation applies to firms that handle or sell personal data, requiring them to verify who is requesting information and deny access to foreign governments and covered persons from high-risk countries
- 4Violations can result in penalties and enforcement action by the Department of Justice
- 5The regulation was corrected after initial publication, suggesting the original rule had technical or procedural errors that needed fixing
Impact Assessment
If you are a Technology Company, this means you must implement enhanced data access controls and verification procedures to prevent foreign entities from countries of concern from accessing sensitive personal data and government-related information you hold.
National
Significant
Key Dates
April 18, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Privacy Act; Implementation
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Rescinding Portions of Department of Justice Title VI Regulations to Conform More Closely with the Statutory Text and to Implement Executive Order 14281
Transfer of the Functions of the Tax Division to the Civil Division and the Criminal Division
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