Number: RS21743 Title: Analysis of S. 1709, 108th Congress: the Security and Freedom Ensured Act of 2003 (SAFE Act) Authors: Estela I. Velez, Pollack, American Law Division Abstract: This report is a section-by-section explanation of the effects of S. 1709, the SAFE Act, on current law. The SAFE Act was introduced in the 108t Congress to amend the USA PATRIOT ACT to place reasonable limitations on the use of surveillance and the issuance of search warrants. Pages: 5 Date: Updated February 19, 2004