Contact Congress about S. 4465: 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.

U.S. intelligence agencies would keep using current FISA Title VII surveillance powers for about six more weeks. The bill changes the end date from April 30, 2026, to June 12, 2026. It does not add new powers or change the current rules.

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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. is a Senate bill signed into law. The latest recorded action: Became Public Law No: 119-87.

Latest action on S. 4465: Became Public Law No: 119-87.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects U.S. intelligence and law enforcement agencies that use FISA Title VII for foreign intelligence work. It also affects communications companies that must respond to legal orders tied to these authorities. People concerned about privacy may also follow this bill because it keeps current surveillance rules in place, even for a short time.

Why this matters: This bill matters because it avoids a sudden stop in surveillance tools used for national security work. Agencies that rely on these powers could keep current operations going. At the same time, the bill keeps the same privacy rules and safeguards, which some people believe are not strong enough. It buys time for Congress, but it does not settle the larger fight over these surveillance powers.

Key provisions in S. 4465

• The bill moves the end date for FISA Title VII surveillance powers from April 30, 2026, to June 12, 2026.
• The bill updates two legal notes so related surveillance and wiretap powers end on June 12, 2026.
• The extension starts on the earlier of two dates: the day the bill becomes law or April 29, 2026. This is meant to prevent a gap in authority.
• The bill does not change what FISA Title VII allows, how it works, or what safeguards apply. It only changes the expiration date.
• Congress would still have to decide what happens after June 12, 2026. That would take another bill or other future action.

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Questions people ask about S. 4465

What is S. 4465?

U.S. intelligence agencies would keep using current FISA Title VII surveillance powers for about six more weeks. The bill changes the end date from April 30, 2026, to June 12, 2026. It does not add new powers or change the current rules.

How do I support or oppose S. 4465?

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Who should I contact about S. 4465?

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