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The Safe Cloud Storage Act would allow law enforcement agencies to use cloud-based storage systems provided by approved vendors to store and manage evidence related to child sexual abuse investigations. Currently, law enforcement relies on outdated physical storage methods like external hard drives and thumb drives, which are costly, limited in capacity, and slow down investigations. This bill would modernize evidence handling by enabling agencies to partner with vetted technology companies that meet strict cybersecurity standards.
The bill would provide limited liability protections to approved vendors that store this sensitive material, meaning they cannot be sued for actions performed under their law enforcement contracts. However, these protections would not apply if vendors engage in intentional misconduct, gross negligence, or malicious acts. Vendors would be required to implement strong security measures including encryption, restricted access, annual cybersecurity audits, and compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology guidelines. Law enforcement agencies using these systems must also follow established security policies and retain evidence according to applicable laws.
The bill has bipartisan support and is backed by law enforcement organizations and child protection groups. It has passed the Senate Judiciary Committee with amendments and is currently on the Senate legislative calendar, though it has not yet been scheduled for a full Senate vote.
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119th Congress
Introduced
Oct 21, 2025
Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Feb 5, 2026
Feb 5, 2026 · 15:15
On February 5, 2026, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a business meeting to consider several legislative proposals and nominations. The bills examined addressed diverse law enforcement and public safety concerns. S.2544, the GUARD Act, would permit state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies to use federal grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud and pig butchering scams, with federal agencies authorized to assist using blockchain tracing tools. S.1809, the Drone Espionage Act, would update the Espionage Act to prohibit taking or transmitting video of defense information, closing a legal gap that currently covers still photographs but not videography. S.3023, the Safe Cloud Storage Act, would limit liability for entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies, modernizing how investigators handle digital evidence. The committee also considered H.R. 6719, the James T. Woods Act, named after a teenager who died by suicide following sextortion, which would prohibit threats to minors and establish federal crimes related to online child exploitation. Additionally, the committee examined S.3398 (Stop Sextortion Act), S.3397 (ECCHO Act), and S.3394 (SAFE Act)—three bipartisan bills targeting online child exploitation through sextortion, coercion of children, and updated sentencing guidelines. The committee also considered nominations for three U.S. Attorneys. No witnesses were listed for this business meeting, which is a markup session where committee members vote on whether to advance bills. The bills represent bipartisan efforts to address emerging threats including financial fraud targeting seniors, national security vulnerabilities, and online child exploitation.
Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Feb 24, 2026
Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Feb 24, 2026
Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Feb 5, 2026
Feb 5, 2026 · 15:15
On February 5, 2026, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a business meeting to consider several legislative proposals and nominations. The bills examined addressed diverse law enforcement and public safety concerns. S.2544, the GUARD Act, would permit state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies to use federal grant funds to investigate elder financial fraud and pig butchering scams, with federal agencies authorized to assist using blockchain tracing tools. S.1809, the Drone Espionage Act, would update the Espionage Act to prohibit taking or transmitting video of defense information, closing a legal gap that currently covers still photographs but not videography. S.3023, the Safe Cloud Storage Act, would limit liability for entities storing child sexual abuse material for law enforcement agencies, modernizing how investigators handle digital evidence. The committee also considered H.R. 6719, the James T. Woods Act, named after a teenager who died by suicide following sextortion, which would prohibit threats to minors and establish federal crimes related to online child exploitation. Additionally, the committee examined S.3398 (Stop Sextortion Act), S.3397 (ECCHO Act), and S.3394 (SAFE Act)—three bipartisan bills targeting online child exploitation through sextortion, coercion of children, and updated sentencing guidelines. The committee also considered nominations for three U.S. Attorneys. No witnesses were listed for this business meeting, which is a markup session where committee members vote on whether to advance bills. The bills represent bipartisan efforts to address emerging threats including financial fraud targeting seniors, national security vulnerabilities, and online child exploitation.
Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Feb 24, 2026
Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Grassley with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Feb 24, 2026
