The House of Representatives approved a three-year extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act's Section 702 program on Friday, advancing controversial surveillance authorities that are set to expire at the end of the week.

The measure passed after House Republicans overcame internal opposition from conservative members who had previously opposed the extension. The bill cleared a key procedural vote that included the addition of a permanent ban on central bank digital currencies to help secure support from reluctant Republicans.

Section 702 allows U.S. intelligence agencies to collect communications of foreign targets located outside the United States without obtaining individual warrants. The program has been a subject of debate between national security advocates who argue it is essential for preventing terrorist attacks and privacy advocates who raise concerns about potential surveillance overreach.

Despite the House approval, the legislation faces significant challenges in the Senate, where lawmakers may seek to modify the bill. Any changes made by the Senate would require the measure to return to the House for another vote, potentially delaying final passage beyond Friday's expiration deadline.

The timing creates pressure for both chambers to reach agreement quickly to avoid a lapse in surveillance authorities that intelligence officials consider critical to national security operations. Congressional leaders are now racing to find a path forward that can satisfy concerns in both chambers while meeting the Friday deadline.