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Original Date Announced
September 18, 2017DHS proposes to modify a DHS system of records titled "DHS/USCIS, ICE, CBP–001 Alien File, Index, and National File Tracking System of Records" to include records on applicants' country of nationality; country of residence; the USCIS Online Account Number; social media handles, aliases, associated identifiable information, and search results; and information regarding EOIR and BIA proceedings. DHS may track and investigate social media associated with applicants seeking to enter or stay in the United States. [ID #864]
Federal Register: Notice of Modified Privacy Act System of RecordsEffective Date
September 18, 2017Current Status
Fully in EffectOriginal Trump Policy Status
Status: Final/ActualTrump Administration Actions: Change in Practice Forms and Information CollectionSubject Matter: EnforcementAgencies Affected: DHS
Commentary
Federal Plan To Keep Files Of Immigrant Social Media Activity Causes Alarm
Go to article on npr.orgU.S. to Collect Social Media Data on All Immigrants Entering Country
Go to article on nytimes.comDHS Should Stop the Social Media Surveillance of Immigrants
Go to article on eff.org