1. United States
2. Wisc.
3. Letter

**Vote Yes on HR 9800 to Prohibit Federal Automated Surveillance** HR 9800, the bill to prohibit federal agencies from purchasing or accessing automated surveillance systems that identify, track, or record individuals, deserves your “yes” vote. The federal government has no business building a surveillance infrastructure that monitors ordinary Americans going about their daily lives. This line must be drawn now, before these systems become further entrenched. Automated surveillance tools are prone to error, have documented bias against communities of color, and operate with virtually no public accountability. Once agencies acquire this technology, it expands quietly and fast. A federal prohibition is the only way to ensure these systems don't become a permanent fixture of government power over private citizens. I expect your support for HR 9800.