The difference between our technology today and in 1986 couldn't be more different. For example, email is now a constant part of our daily lives. So it only makes sense that our laws surrounding technology and privacy would keep up with the times. However, under an old 1986 law your emails are considered "abandoned" after 180 days and any government agency is permitted to read them. That means the IRS, EPA, or any government agency can legally snoop around in your private emails that are over six months old.

I'm cosponsoring legislation to treat email just like any other private correspondence, so law enforcement would have to first obtain a warrant with just cause before they can look at private emails.