10 Jan 2025

🔒USDA Revises Privacy Act Regulations Affecting Business Compliance

Privacy Act Regulations

Summary

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is amending its Privacy Act regulations to exempt a system of records, Smuggling Interdiction and Trade Compliance (SITC) National Information Communication Activity System (SNICAS), USDA/APHIS-21, from certain provisions of the Privacy Act. USDA is further amending its Privacy Act regulations to reflect an administrative change to the list of system of records that are exempt from certain provisions of the Privacy Act.

Agencies

  • Agriculture Department
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Business Impact ?

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This regulation amends the USDA’s Privacy Act provisions affecting business interactions with government agencies. Specifically, it highlights compliance and regulatory requirements regarding data handling and privacy, which can impact how businesses manage sensitive information and interact with regulatory bodies.

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