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U.S. Customs and Border Protection may scale back a proposal requiring travelers to provide five years' worth of social media information before entering the U.S.
U.S. Plans to Scale Back on Collecting All Travelers’ Social Media
Summary
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reconsidering its proposal to collect extensive social media data from all travelers applying for the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). The initial proposal caused concern, and a revised plan may target specific risk assessments. Further details won't be released until the fall, but hosts should be aware of possible regulatory changes impacting international guest screening.
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