DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026
To enact a moratorium on certain Department of Homeland Security contracts relating to the use and implementation of surveillance and data analytics technologies pending public audits and reporting requirements, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9314, proposes to pause certain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) contracts involving surveillance and data analytics technologies. The pause, or moratorium, would be in place until public audits and reporting requirements are completed. The goal is to ensure these technologies are used responsibly and transparently.
The bill would affect DHS and the contractors involved in surveillance and data analytics projects. It aims to protect privacy and ensure that the use of these technologies is subject to public oversight. This could lead to more transparent and accountable practices within DHS.
HB9314 was introduced on June 15, 2026, and has been referred to several subcommittees for further review. These include the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement, the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, and the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability. As of now, it is in the early stages of the legislative process.
