Legislative TREND. Mandating Encryption and Tech Companies

The legislative proposal: The Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act

What would the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee ask of Tech Companies? “end to “warrant-proof” encryption that’s disrupted criminal investigations”

What does this mean in practical terms? Requires tech companies to help law enforcement access encrypted data if their help would assist in carrying out a warrant

Is this the same as a backdoor into encrypted devices? Almost, but no, it is not the same

What else does the bill do? The Attorney General can create a competition for who can devise a way to access encrypted data while protecting privacy and security

CNET | Republicans push bill requiring tech companies to help access encrypted data