House Resolution No. by Representative Owen calls on the United States Congress to reform the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC) to restore the rights of privacy and protection against unreasonable searches and seizures for American citizens. The resolution emphasizes the importance of the constitutional rights enshrined in the Bill of Rights, highlighting historical instances where government actions have infringed upon these liberties. It critiques the expansion of surveillance powers following the 9/11 attacks, arguing that such measures have led to a significant erosion of privacy and civil liberties, particularly through provisions in the USA Patriot Act.

The resolution urges Congress to fully repeal and rewrite the USA Patriot Act, specifically to limit the authority granted under FISA and FISC regarding warrantless searches and investigations of U.S. citizens. Additionally, it calls on the governor of Louisiana and the state attorney general to uphold the rights of citizens and refrain from participating in any violations of these rights. The resolution aims to reaffirm the commitment to individual liberties and the rule of law, reflecting a broader ethos of correcting governmental overreach throughout American history.