The Safe at Home Act requires federal agencies and courts to accept and use alternative addresses provided by state address confidentiality programs instead of requiring people to disclose their actual home or work addresses. These programs, which already exist in many states, provide designated addresses and mail-forwarding services primarily for individuals who need protection from harassment, stalking, or domestic violence. The bill protects participants from legal penalties for using these designated addresses and requires federal agencies to update their regulations within one year to comply. The legislation includes exceptions allowing federal courts to order disclosure of physical addresses in criminal proceedings and allowing agencies to request addresses when necessary to fulfill federal law requirements. The bill affects federal employees, courts, and any members of the public who interact with federal agencies and are enrolled in their state's address confidentiality program.
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