Federal Register #DoD-2024-OS-0112

DoD Final Rule: Privacy Act Exemptions for CATCH Program Records

This opportunity concerns a regulatory update from the Department of Defense (DoD) regarding the Privacy Act of 1974 as it applies to the CATCH Program Records system. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of the Secretary - No OEMs or vendors are involved in this action - No products or services are being requested or procured - Key Details: - The DoD is amending its regulations to exempt certain records in the CATCH Program from specific Privacy Act provisions - The exemption is designed to protect the integrity of investigations and the confidentiality of sources in adult sexual assault cases - The rule specifies which Privacy Act provisions are exempted and provides justifications for these exemptions - No contract, procurement, or acquisition activity is associated with this notice

Description

The Department of Defense (DoD) is issuing a final rule to amend its regulations to exempt portions of the DoD-0024, "Catch a Serial Offender (CATCH) Program Records," system of records from certain provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974. The exemption aims to prevent interference during criminal, civil, or administrative investigations and to protect the identity of confidential sources related to adult sexual assault allegations. The rule is effective August 17, 2026, and addresses the handling and protection of sensitive information voluntarily submitted by victims participating in the CATCH program.

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