Analyst Brief March 03, 2026

H.R. 6048 — NDO Fairness Act, as amended

Current Status
Introduced in House

Executive Summary

H.R. 6048, the "NDO Fairness Act of 2025," amends Title 18 of the U.S. Code regarding delayed notification requirements for warrants, orders, and subpoenas. The bill aims to modify the process by which governmental entities can preclude notification to individuals whose data is being sought in investigations. It sets specific conditions and limitations on such preclusions, including time limits and judicial oversight. The bill also mandates reporting requirements for the Attorney General on the use of these preclusion orders.

Bill Data

Primary Sponsor
Mr. FITZGERALD
Bill Number
H. R. 6048
Co-Sponsors
Mr. NADLER

Arguments For

  • Addresses concerns about government overreach by providing greater transparency and oversight of delayed notification practices.
  • Protects individual rights by ensuring that people are eventually notified when their data is sought by the government.
  • Provides law enforcement with necessary tools to investigate crimes effectively, particularly those related to child exploitation.
  • Enhances public trust in law enforcement by promoting accountability and transparency.
Likely Supporters
None specified

Arguments Against

  • May hinder law enforcement investigations by imposing stricter requirements for delayed notification and preclusion orders.
  • Could create additional administrative burdens for law enforcement agencies due to the reporting requirements.
  • Opponents may argue that the bill unduly restricts law enforcement's ability to gather intelligence and prevent crime.
  • Concerns that the notification requirements could compromise ongoing investigations or endanger informants.
Likely Opponents
None specified

📋 Key Provisions

  • Modifies conditions for precluding notification of warrants, orders, or subpoenas.
  • Sets time limits for preclusion orders (1 year for offenses related to child pornography, 90 days for other investigations).
  • Requires governmental entities to notify individuals after the expiration of a preclusion order.
  • Mandates annual reporting by the Attorney General on the use of delayed notification and preclusion orders.

🔍 Verification Guide

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Claim Analysis Page 2, Line 17

Preclusion orders are limited to 1 year for child pornography offenses.

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"“(i) for a period of not more than 1"

Claim Analysis Page 3, Line 1

Preclusion orders are limited to 90 days for other investigations.

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"“(ii) for a period of not more than 90"

Claim Analysis Page 1, Line 7

The bill amends section 2705(b) of title 18.

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"(a) IN GENERAL.—Section 2705(b) of title 18"

Claim Analysis Page 9, Line 10

Governmental entity must deliver notice after order expiration.

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"governmental entity shall deliver to the named"

Claim Analysis Page 12, Line 6

The Attorney General must provide an annual report.

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"Attorney General shall provide to the Committee"

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