DOJFinal Rule
Privacy Act; Implementation
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Summary
This regulation sets out how the Department of Justice will follow the Privacy Act, which is a federal law that protects your personal information held by government agencies. The rule explains what government agencies must do to keep your data safe, let you see what information they have about you, and correct any mistakes.
Key Points
- 1Government agencies must tell you what personal information they collect and keep about you
- 2You have the right to request and review your own records that the government has on file
- 3Agencies must get your permission before sharing your personal data with other organizations
- 4Government must protect your information from unauthorized access and take steps to keep it secure
- 5You can request corrections to inaccurate information the government has collected about you
Key Dates
Published
February 13, 2026
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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