Privacy Policy

This information is designed to help you understand the DOT’s personal information handling practices. Here you will find the details of:

• How information is collected by the DOT
• How you can access information DOT has about you
• What your rights are under the Privacy Act of 1974

If you have any questions regarding the Privacy Program, please email the Department of Transportation’s Privacy Officer.

DOT Privacy Links

• DOT's Web Site Privacy Policy
• How to Get a Copy of Your Record
• Your Rights Under the Privacy Act of 1974
• Your Rights Under the E-Government Act of 2002
• DOT Privacy Impact Assessments
• DOT Privacy Act System of Records
• DOT Privacy Program Contacts

General Privacy Links

• Privacy Act of 1974
• E-Government Act of 2002 Implementation Instructions
• White House Privacy Guidance for Federal Agencies
• Federal Trade Commission Privacy Page
• Government Wide Privacy Act Notices

Additional Privacy-Related Links

• Freedom of Information Act - Department of Transportation
• How Are the Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act similar?
• The Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)