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House extends FISA surveillance powers for 45 days

The U.S. House approved a 45-day extension of FISA Section 702 to allow more time for lawmakers to negotiate reforms to the surveillance law.

Published Apr 30, 2026, 5:38 PM EDT | WFMZZ

The U.S. House adopted a 45-day extension of FISA Section 702, temporarily maintaining federal surveillance authorities. The short-term measure gives lawmakers additional time to work on reforms to the controversial surveillance program.