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Personally IDENTIFIABLE Information
Personally Identifiable Information Protect It Like Your Own

PII - Protect It Like Your Own

Personally Identifiable Information can be used to distinguish or trace an individual's identity. Examples include: names, social security numbers, or medical records. Personally Identifiable Information also includes data that, when combined with other ID info, can be linked to a specific individual. All USDA employees and contractors are responsible for protecting the privacy of all USDA employees and customers.

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 Protecting Personal Identifying Information
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