Enhanced Accountability and Effectiveness for DHS Joint Task Forces
This act introduces new rules for the operation of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Joint Task Forces, aiming to increase their accountability and effectiveness. Citizens can expect these units' actions to be better planned, monitored, and evaluated, potentially leading to more efficient threat response and better use of public funds. These changes are designed to ensure greater transparency in the functioning of these critical security structures.
Key points
Establishing clear missions, goals, and evaluation criteria for each DHS Joint Task Force to ensure better planning of their activities.
Mandatory regular reporting on the progress and effectiveness of the units, increasing transparency and allowing citizens to track their work.
Requirement to notify Congress before establishing or terminating a unit, including justification and resource information, ensuring greater oversight of DHS decisions.
Independent assessment of the units' effectiveness by the Comptroller General of the United States, providing objective verification of their work.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8801
Sponsor: Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]
Process start date: 2022-09-13