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FBI to Vet Security Clearances for Presidential Appointees

This act aims to enhance national security by introducing new rules for classified information access for individuals employed in the Executive Office of the President. Citizens can expect that high-ranking officials will undergo more thorough security checks to protect confidential data. These changes are intended to ensure greater transparency and accountability in the process of granting access to classified information.
Key points
The FBI Director will decide on granting classified information access for officials in the President's Office.
Presidential appointees cannot work or access classified information if it's not consistent with national security.
The President must explain in writing to Congress if an FBI decision on security clearance is overturned.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_686
Sponsor: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Process start date: 2021-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Security Clearance Review Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_686.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The FBI Director will decide on granting classified information access for officials in the President's Office.
  • Presidential appointees cannot work or access classified information if it's not consistent with national security.
  • The President must explain in writing to Congress if an FBI decision on security clearance is overturned.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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