Some federal agencies have the authority, under which legislative act, to wiretap or access any electronic information they believe may be associated with a terrorist threat, including physicians' and nurses' records, laboratory records, and financial information?
A) Patriot Act
B) Affordable Care Act
C) Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
D) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

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The Patriot Act, enacted in response to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, grants federal agencies expanded authority to surveil and collect data, including electronic information, that they suspect may be linked to terrorist activities. This can encompass a wide range of records, including those mentioned.

Some Federal Agencies Have the Authority, Under Which Legislative Act