Delaware House Democrats

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In an effort to strengthen digital privacy protections and protect civil liberties, the House passed legislation Tuesday that would prohibit the use of reverse keyword warrants in Delaware.

House Substitute 1 for House Bill 145, sponsored by Rep. Madinah Wilson-Anton, would prohibit law enforcement agencies and courts from requesting, issuing, or enforcing reverse-keyword court orders and reverse-keyword requests. These types of warrants allow law enforcement to obtain information from search engine providers and other applications about individuals based solely on internet searches or digital activity.

“In our modern world where community conversations, relationship building, and access to important resources predominantly occur online, people may become hesitant to seek information and support that they need. Passing HS 1 for HB 145 will help to alleviate these concerns for Delawareans and ensure that their constitutional right to privacy remains protected,” said Rep. Madinah Wilson-Anton.

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