American Civil Liberties Union : Biosecurity

The Technology & Liberty Project monitors the interplay between cutting-edge technology and civil liberties, actively promoting responsible uses of technology that enhance privacy and freedom, while opposing those that undermine our freedoms and move us closer to a surveillance society.

Biosecurity

Epidemics and bioterrorism are two of the gravest threats facing our country today. However, any response to a public health emergency should safeguard civil liberties as it protects health. This should include, at minimum, protections Americans already expect from their health care providers, such as a commitment to informed consent, fairness, and medical privacy.

> The ACLU's Views on Atlanta Man's Quarantine Case
> FAQ: Model State Emergency Health Powers Act
> Pandemic Preparedness

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