National Security Legislation
/ˈnæʃənəl sɪˈkjʊərəti ˌlɛdʒɪsˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Laws and statutes enacted to protect a state's security against threats such as espionage, terrorism, and sabotage.
The government introduced new national security legislation to combat emerging cyber threats.
- (n.) A body of legal measures regulating intelligence operations, defense protocols, and information control for safeguarding national interests.
National security legislation often grants broad surveillance powers to intelligence agencies.
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- national security legislation
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Commentary
National security legislation typically balances state security with civil liberties; drafters should consider oversight mechanisms to prevent abuse.
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