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In a recent development in Washington, D.C., Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) successfully introduced an amendment to H.R. 4639, the Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act (FANFSA). The amendment, passed by voice on the House Floor, aims to clarify constitutional protections while preserving law enforcement capabilities.

According to Congressman Higgins, the amendment was designed to address concerns raised by law enforcement organizations. It specifically clarifies that FANFSA would not impact data or information that is publicly available or voluntarily shared with consent. This includes various forms of data such as user-generated public content, public records, background checks, and Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR) that are commonly used by law enforcement to ensure public safety.

In his statement, Congressman Higgins emphasized the importance of upholding individual rights and liberties, stating, "Every American deserves individual rights, liberties, freedoms, and privacies and Congress shall protect those rights." He further expressed his commitment to protecting the Constitution, stating, "My primary oath is to protect and defend the Constitution of the United States."

The amendment introduced by Congressman Higgins reflects a balance between safeguarding constitutional rights and addressing the concerns of law enforcement agencies. The initiative aims to provide clarity on the application of FANFSA in a manner that aligns with the principles of the Fourth Amendment.

For more information, interested individuals can watch Congressman Higgins' Floor Speech on the Amendment and access the full text of the amendment for detailed insights into the legislative changes.