Senators Want Probe in JetBlue Debacle

October 20, 2003 - Privacy News

Senators are pushing the Pentagon to turn over more information about whether or not the Pentagon followed the Privacy Act of 1974 when "system of records" was created using the records of JetBlue passengers.

It is likely that the Priavcy Act of 1974 was violated, as well as JetBlue's own privacy policy.

While this is a step in the right direction, many in the privacy community believe that stornger measures are needed. Edward Hasbrouck believes the full story about how passenger data was used (to test CAPPS II) will only be revealed if Congress launches a wide-ranging investigation into the matter.

More information is available at <http://www.wired.com/news/privacy/0,1848,60885,00.html>.

Last updated October 20, 2003