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DEA proposes to modify and republish its Aviation Division system of records notice

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced a proposal to update the system of records notice for its Aviation Division, changing the categories of individuals covered, record categories, purpose, routine uses, and storage policies. The notice is issued under the Privacy Act of 1974 and OMB Circular No. A-108.

Why it matters: The proposal alters how the DEA handles aviation reporting records, impacting privacy protections for individuals whose data is collected.

Summary generated from the sources below. Check the primary source before relying on it; this is not legal advice.

Sources
Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records
Federal Register (privacy, cybersecurity, AI documents) · primary source · Oct 7, 2026
Details
JurisdictionUnited States (federal)
RegulatorJustice Department
LawPrivacy Act of 1974
StatusProposed
PublishedOctober 7, 2026
Effectivenot stated
OrganisationsDrug Enforcement Administration
Topicstransparency, retention, data minimization, purpose limitation
Datapersonal