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What law prevents government agencies from disclosing personal information that an individual supplies to the government under protected circumstances?

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Privacy Act

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A federal law of the United States Privacy Act of 1974 is a record system that provides compilation, preservation, use, and distribution of personally identifiable information on individuals held by government agencies and officials. It prohibits disclosure of personal records without the prior, written consent of the individual.

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