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Public Workshop Notice on Surveillance Programs

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board announced a public workshop to discuss surveillance programs under the USA PATRIOT Act and FISA. The workshop is scheduled for July 9, 2013, with written comments due by August 1, 2013.

Public Workshop on Surveillance Programs

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board is hosting a public workshop on surveillance programs operated under Section 215 of the USA PATRIOT Act and Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. Written comments are due by August 1, 2013.

PCLOB Seeks Public Input on Counterterrorism Activities

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) is seeking public comment on its examination of counterterrorism activities conducted under Executive Order 12333. The PCLOB is requesting input on concerns related to these activities and suggestions for inquiry.

PCLOB Public Hearing on FISA Section 702 Surveillance

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) announced a public hearing on March 19, 2014, to discuss the federal government's surveillance program under Section 702 of FISA. The hearing aims to evaluate legal and policy issues and consider recommendations for balancing counterterrorism efforts with privacy and civil liberties.

PCLOB Forum on Financial Tools, Privacy, and Civil Liberties

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) is hosting a public forum on December 2nd, 2025, to discuss the impact of government financial tools on privacy and civil liberties. The Board is seeking public comments on this issue, with a deadline of December 12th, 2025.

PCLOB Public Hearing on Surveillance Programs

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) is holding a public hearing on federal counterterrorism surveillance programs, including those under Section 215 of the USA PATRIOT Act and Section 702 of FISA. The hearing aims to address activities, responsibilities, and potential recommendations for changes to ensure a balance between counterterrorism efforts and privacy/civil liberties.

PCLOB Finalizes FOIA, Privacy Act, Sunshine Act Regulations

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) has finalized regulations implementing the Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, and Government in the Sunshine Act. These final rules detail procedures for public requests for records, response timeframes, and applicable fees, superseding the proposed rule published in May 2013.

PCLOB Meeting Notice on Classified Matters and Counterterrorism

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) issued a notice for a closed meeting on November 9, 2015, to discuss in-depth examinations of counterterrorism-related activities. The meeting was closed to the public due to the classified nature of the discussions, in accordance with Executive Order 13526.

Privacy Board Meeting on FISA Surveillance Report

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) announced a public meeting on July 2, 2014, to vote on its report concerning surveillance programs operated under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The meeting is open to the public.

PCLOB Meeting on USA PATRIOT Act Surveillance Program

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) announced a public meeting on January 23, 2014, to vote on its report concerning the USA PATRIOT Act surveillance program and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court. The meeting is open to the public.