Terrorist Watchlist Data Accuracy and Transparency Act

HR 4971, the Terrorist Watchlist Data Accuracy and Transparency Act, requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to implement new quality checks before submitting individuals for inclusion on terrorism watchlists (like the No Fly List). It mandates pre-submission reviews to verify data accuracy, annual audits of U.S. person nominations, and monthly random audits of all nominations to ensure ongoing validity. DHS must notify the FBI’s Terrorist Screening Center within 24 hours if errors are found and seek corrections, with a 30-day consultation period if unresolved. The bill also requires annual reports to Congress tracking corrections and retractions for both U.S. and non-U.S. persons on watchlists.