H.R.7888 — Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act
House Roll Call
H.R.7888
| Bill | H.R.7888 — Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Recorded Vote |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 273 / Nay 147 / Present 0 / Not Voting 11 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 126 | 88 | 0 | 4 |
| D | 147 | 59 | 0 | 7 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
The Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act (HR 7888) was enacted as Public Law No: 118-49, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and accountability of U.S. intelligence operations. The legislation addresses critical areas of intelligence reform, focusing on improving oversight, streamlining operations, and ensuring the security of sensitive information.
Key provisions of the Act include the establishment of enhanced oversight mechanisms for intelligence agencies, particularly the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA). The law mandates regular reporting to Congress on intelligence activities, emphasizing transparency and accountability. It also introduces measures to strengthen the protection of whistleblowers within the intelligence community, encouraging the reporting of misconduct without fear of retaliation.
Funding for the initiatives outlined in the Act is derived from existing appropriations for intelligence activities, with a focus on reallocating resources to support oversight and reform efforts. The Act authorizes the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) to allocate funds for training and resources aimed at improving the operational efficiency of intelligence agencies.
The primary beneficiaries of the Act include intelligence personnel, who gain enhanced protections and resources, and the American public, who benefit from increased oversight and accountability in intelligence operations. Additionally, Congress is empowered to play a more active role in monitoring intelligence activities, thereby reinforcing democratic oversight.
The timeline for implementation includes immediate reporting requirements for intelligence agencies, with ongoing evaluations scheduled annually. The Act also sets forth a framework for periodic reviews of its effectiveness, ensuring that reforms remain relevant and responsive to emerging security challenges.
In summary, HR 7888 represents a significant step toward reforming the U.S. intelligence community, focusing on oversight, accountability, and the protection of whistleblowers, with the aim of enhancing national security while safeguarding civil liberties.
Yea (273)
C
Colin Allred
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
Y
Yadira Caraveo
J
Jerry Carl
A
André Carson
M
Matt Cartwright
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
G
Gerald Connolly
J
John Duarte
A
Anna Eshoo
A
A. Ferguson
M
Mike Gallagher
M
Mike Garcia
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
J
Jeff Jackson
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
C
Celeste Maloy
K
Kathy Manning
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
M
Mary Peltola
G
Greg Pence
D
Dean Phillips
C
Cathy Rodgers
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Sarbanes
A
Abigail Spanberger
M
Michelle Steel
E
Emilia Sykes
D
David Trone
M
Michael Waltz
B
Brad Wenstrup
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
Nay (147)
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
C
Cori Bush
T
Tony Cárdenas
J
Jeff Duncan
B
Brad Finstad
B
Bob Good
M
Mark Green
B
Barbara Lee
G
Grace Napolitano
K
Katie Porter
M
Matthew Rosendale
Not Voting (11)
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Debbie Lesko
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
A
Alexander Mooney
D
Donald Payne
