Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLB) is an independent agency of the U.S. government established to ensure that the government's actions, particularly related to national security, respect individual privacy rights and civil liberties. It reviews policies, programs, and regulations that may impact these rights, providing oversight and recommendations to balance security needs with personal freedoms. The board’s goal is to protect citizen rights while addressing potential threats to the nation, aiming to maintain public trust in government surveillance efforts.