Has the patriot act change since the original act?

Yes, the USA PATRIOT Act has undergone changes since it was originally enacted in 2001. Several provisions have been modified or allowed to expire, while others have been reauthorized with revisions, particularly in response to ongoing debates about civil liberties and national security. Notably, the USA FREEDOM Act of 2015 introduced reforms aimed at limiting bulk data collection by the government. Overall, the Act has evolved to reflect shifting political and public attitudes towards privacy and surveillance.