Category Archives: Privacy

Welch Announces Privacy Legislation Regulating Operation of Domestic Drones

“As drones emerge in the airspace over the United States, I am deeply concerned that American’s constitutional right to privacy and their right to know are protected…” Continue reading

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Rand Paul Threatens To Hold Up James Comey FBI Nomination Over Drones

Sen. Rand Paul is threatening to block approval of President Barack Obama’s nominee as the next FBI director until he gets answers about drone use inside the United States. Continue reading

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FBI Hasn’t Responded to Sen. Rand Paul’s Request for ‘Prompt’ Answers on Domestic Drones

Moira Bagley, Paul’s communications director, told U.S. News Friday that the FBI has not provided answers to the questions. She declined to speculate if Paul would filibuster the confirmation hearing of James Comey to replace Mueller as FBI director in response to the delay. Continue reading

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Senate Committee Wants FAA to Report on UAS Privacy Issues

Last week, the Senate Committee on Appropriations added language to the 2014 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act that would require certain privacy concerns to be addressed by the Federal Aviation Administration before funds are released for UAS integration. Continue reading

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