Moving Americans Privacy Protection Act
Source: Congress.gov ·
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What This Bill Does
This bill changes rules about what information the government must hide when people ask to see shipping records. It protects personal information like Social Security numbers and passport numbers from being released to the public.
Who It Affects
The Secretary of the Treasury (the official who oversees the nation's money and trade), people who request shipping records, and shippers whose personal information appears on shipping documents.
Key Provisions
• The Secretary of the Treasury can keep shipping information private if it would likely cause personal injury or property damage. (Sec. 2(a))
• The Secretary can keep information private if another federal law says it must stay secret. (Sec. 2(a))
• The Secretary must remove Social Security numbers and passport numbers from all shipping documents before anyone can see them publicly. (Sec. 2(a))
What Changes
Shipping documents that people can view will no longer include Social Security numbers or passport numbers. The government can also refuse to release shipping information in cases where disclosure could cause someone to be hurt or have their property damaged.
Important Definitions
Personally identifiable information: information that identifies a person, like Social Security numbers and passport numbers.
Effective Date
30 days after the President signs this bill into law.
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