A bill to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes.
- Bill Number
- S. 4465
- Origin Chamber
- Senate
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Status
- Became Law
- Became Law
- Public Law 119-87
- Latest Action
- 2026-04-30: Became Public Law No: 119-87.
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-13T23:10:21Z
AI-Generated Summary
Summary of S. 4465: Extension of FISA Title VII Authorities
Purpose
This bill extends the expiration date of Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) of 1978, which authorizes specific national security surveillance programs targeting non-U.S. persons located outside the United States (often referred to as Section 702 programs). The extension prevents these authorities from lapsing.
Key Provisions
- Amends Section 403(b) of the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 (Public Law 110-261):
- Changes the repeal date of Title VII from April 30, 2026, to June 12, 2026, in two specific locations (50 U.S.C. 1881 note and 18 U.S.C. 2511 note).
- Effective date: Takes effect on the earlier of the bill's enactment or April 29, 2026.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Provides a short-term extension of approximately six weeks (from April 30 to June 12, 2026) for Title VII authorities, delaying their automatic sunset (expiration).
- No other substantive changes to the surveillance programs themselves.
Potential Impacts
- Government agencies: Allows U.S. intelligence agencies (e.g., NSA) to continue warrantless foreign surveillance operations without interruption during the extension period.
- Citizens: Minimal direct impact on U.S. persons, as programs primarily target foreigners abroad, though incidental collection of U.S. communications may occur (subject to existing minimization rules).
- International relations: Supports ongoing foreign intelligence gathering, potentially aiding counterterrorism and national security efforts.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- U.S. intelligence and law enforcement agencies (primary beneficiaries for continued operations).
- Congress (gains time for potential future reauthorization debates).
- Privacy and civil liberties groups (may oppose extension without reforms).
- Telecommunications providers (required to assist in surveillance under Title VII).
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Maintains status quo for FISA court oversight of these programs; no new warrants or protections introduced.
- Constitutional: Relates to ongoing debates over Fourth Amendment privacy rights in foreign intelligence contexts, but does not alter existing safeguards.
- Political: Acts as a temporary bridge, possibly to facilitate broader negotiations on FISA reauthorization amid partisan divides; short duration suggests procedural or emergency measure.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
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Recent Actions
- 2026-04-30: Became Public Law No: 119-87.
- 2026-04-30: Became Public Law No: 119-87.
- 2026-04-30: Signed by President.
- 2026-04-30: Signed by President.
- 2026-04-30: Presented to President.
- 2026-04-30: Presented to President.
- 2026-04-30: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-04-30: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 261 - 111 (Roll no. 155). (text: CR H3322) (Roll call 155)
- 2026-04-30: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 261 - 111 (Roll no. 155). (text: CR H3322) (Roll call 155)
- 2026-04-30: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 4465.
- 2026-04-30: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3322-3326)
- 2026-04-30: Mr. Jordan moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- 2026-04-30: Held at the desk.
- 2026-04-30: Received in the House.
- 2026-04-30: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Bill Versions
- To amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-04-30 — PDF (2 pages)
- An Act To amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-05-01 — PDF (1 pages)
- An Act To amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, and for other purposes. — issued 2026-04-30 — PDF (4 pages)