H.R.7888 — Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act

House Roll Call

H.R.7888

Roll 120 • Congress 118, Session 2 • Apr 15, 2024 6:58 PM • Result: Passed

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BillH.R.7888 — Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act
Vote questionTable Motion to Reconsider
Vote typeRecorded Vote
ResultPassed
TotalsYea 259 / Nay 128 / Present 0 / Not Voting 43
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R11786014
D14242029
I0000

Research Brief

Table Motion to Reconsider

Bill Analysis

The Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act (HR 7888) was enacted as Public Law No: 118-49 during the 118th Congress. This legislation aims to enhance the effectiveness and accountability of U.S. intelligence agencies while ensuring the security of American citizens.

Key provisions of the Act include the establishment of a framework for the oversight and reform of intelligence operations. It mandates the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) to develop and implement policies that improve transparency and accountability within the intelligence community. The Act also emphasizes the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures, requiring intelligence agencies to adopt advanced technologies to protect sensitive data and infrastructure from cyber threats.

Funding for the initiatives outlined in the Act is derived from existing appropriations for intelligence operations, with an emphasis on reallocating resources to support new cybersecurity initiatives and oversight mechanisms. The Act encourages collaboration between federal intelligence agencies and state and local governments to bolster national security efforts.

The primary agencies affected by this legislation include the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), the National Security Agency (NSA), and other components of the intelligence community. The Act also impacts private sector entities that provide cybersecurity services or collaborate with intelligence agencies.

Beneficiaries of the Act include U.S. citizens, who will experience improved national security measures and enhanced protection of personal data. Additionally, state and local governments will receive support in implementing intelligence-sharing initiatives to combat emerging threats.

The Act outlines a timeline for implementation, requiring the DNI to report on progress within 180 days of enactment, with subsequent evaluations every year to assess the effectiveness of the reforms. Overall, the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act represents a significant step towards modernizing and securing U.S. intelligence operations in the face of evolving threats.

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Yea (259)

C
Colin Allred

TX • D • Aye

L
Larry Bucshon

IN • R • Aye

M
Michael Burgess

TX • R • Aye

J
Jerry Carl

AL • R • Aye

A
André Carson

IN • D • Aye

M
Matt Cartwright

PA • D • Aye

L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer

OR • R • Aye

G
Gerald Connolly

VA • D • Aye

J
John Duarte

CA • R • Aye

A
A. Ferguson

GA • R • Aye

M
Mike Gallagher

WI • R • Aye

M
Mike Garcia

CA • R • Aye

G
Garret Graves

LA • R • Aye

M
Mark Green

TN • R • Aye

J
Jeff Jackson

NC • D • Aye

D
Derek Kilmer

WA • D • Aye

A
Ann Kuster

NH • D • Aye

D
Doug Lamborn

CO • R • Aye

J
Jake LaTurner

KS • R • Aye

K
Kathy Manning

NC • D • Aye

P
Patrick McHenry

NC • R • Aye

M
Marcus Molinaro

NY • R • Aye

W
Wiley Nickel

NC • D • Aye

B
Bill Pascrell

NJ • D • Aye

M
Mary Peltola

AK • D • Aye

D
Dean Phillips

MN • D • Aye

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • R • Aye

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • Aye

J
John Sarbanes

MD • D • Aye

A
Abigail Spanberger

VA • D • Aye

M
Michelle Steel

CA • R • Aye

D
David Trone

MD • D • Aye

M
Michael Waltz

FL • R • Aye

B
Brad Wenstrup

OH • R • Aye

S
Susan Wild

PA • D • Aye

B
Brandon Williams

NY • R • Aye

Nay (128)

K
Kelly Armstrong

ND • R • No

D
Dan Bishop

NC • R • No

E
Earl Blumenauer

OR • D • No

J
Jamaal Bowman

NY • D • No

C
Cori Bush

MO • D • No

T
Tony Cárdenas

CA • D • No

J
Jeff Duncan

SC • R • No

B
Brad Finstad

MN • R • No

B
Bob Good

VA • R • No

D
Daniel Kildee

MI • D • No

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • No

D
Debbie Lesko

AZ • R • No

C
Celeste Maloy

UT • R • No

A
Alexander Mooney

WV • R • No

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • R • No

Not Voting (43)

Y
Yadira Caraveo

CO • D • Not Voting

A
Anna Eshoo

CA • D • Not Voting

K
Kay Granger

TX • R • Not Voting

S
Sheila Jackson Lee

TX • D • Not Voting

B
Blaine Luetkemeyer

MO • R • Not Voting

G
Grace Napolitano

CA • D • Not Voting

D
Donald Payne

NJ • D • Not Voting

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • Not Voting

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • Not Voting

E
Emilia Sykes

OH • D • Not Voting

J
Jennifer Wexton

VA • D • Not Voting