CIA Overhauls Secret Files: Privacy Act Gets a Spy Tune-Up
Published Date: 9/16/2025
Notice
Summary
The CIA is updating how it handles certain personal records by adding one new system and changing two others. This affects anyone whose info is kept in these records, like employees and alumni. These updates keep things clear and secure, with no extra costs or deadlines mentioned.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
CIA adds and updates record systems
If the CIA keeps your personal information, these notices change how the Agency collects, uses, and protects it. The CIA added one new System of Records Notice (CIA-45, Resolution Office Records) and modified two existing notices (CIA-19, Agency Human Resource Records, and the renamed CIA-36, Alumni Relations Records).
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-00727 — Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records and Routine Uses
The CIA is updating how it handles and shares personal info by fixing two existing rules and adding one new rule about routine uses of records. This affects anyone whose info the CIA keeps and means the agency can share data more clearly for national security. You’ve got until February 17, 2026, to share your thoughts before these changes take effect—no extra costs involved!
2025-08807 — Notice of Decennial Review of Operational Files Designations
The CIA is asking the public to share their thoughts on whether certain old agency files should keep their special status or be changed. This review happens every ten years to make sure the files are handled the right way. If you care about history or public info, now’s the time to speak up—no money changes, just your voice matters!
2026-11901 — 60-Day Notice of Intent To Seek Extension of Approval of Collection: Recordations (Rail and Water Carrier Liens), Water Carrier Tariffs, and Agricultural Contract Summaries
The Surface Transportation Board wants to keep collecting info about rail and water carrier liens, water carrier tariffs, and agricultural contract summaries—just like they’ve been doing, with no changes. This affects big railroads and water carriers who file these records, and they’re asking for your thoughts by August 11, 2026. No new fees or extra paperwork, just a smooth extension to keep things running.
2026-11809 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc.; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change To Adopt Fees for Its New Clock Service
Cboe BZX Exchange just rolled out a new Clock Service that helps users sync their time systems with the Exchange’s for better accuracy. Starting May 18, 2026, they’re charging fees for this service but offering a free trial to get everyone started. This affects both members and non-members who want precise timing for their trading activities.
2026-11815 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Nasdaq PHLX LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change To Amend Options 7, Sections 2, 5 and 9B
Nasdaq PHLX is updating its options pricing rules to change how customer rebates, index options fees, and port fees work. These changes affect traders using the exchange by adjusting rebate tiers and fees, aiming to keep things fair and clear. The new rules took effect right after filing on May 27, 2026, so traders should check how these updates might impact their costs.
2026-11812 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Cboe EDGA Exchange, Inc.; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change To Adopt Fees for Its New Clock Service
Cboe EDGA Exchange just rolled out a new Clock Service to help traders sync their time systems perfectly. Starting May 18, 2026, users can try it for free, but after that, there will be fees for using this handy tool. This change affects anyone who wants precise timing for trading and keeps things running smoothly.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-17868 — Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisitions of Shares of a Bank or Bank Holding Company
Some folks want to buy shares in banks or bank companies, and the Federal Reserve is checking their applications to make sure everything’s fair and safe. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until October 1, 2025, to speak up! This process helps keep banks strong and protects your money.
Next: 2025-17871 — Center for Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings
The NIH’s Center for Scientific Review is holding several closed virtual meetings in October 2025 to review and decide on grant applications. These meetings protect private info and trade secrets while helping decide who gets research funding. Scientists applying for grants and the research community should note these important review dates.