So again, a couple more layers of accountability. This bill would also impose criminal penalties for those who knowingly and conduct improper queries and those who lie about conducting improper queries. Finally, The bill will require that an FBI attorney approve any US person search before they are conducted. 702 program is incredibly important for protecting our national security and advancing our interests abroad. In light of the progress that has been made and the threats that we face, we think that the bill before us today makes sense right now. (02:49–03:00)
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