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Prohibition on former US intelligence employees working for hostile governments

New rules prohibit former US intelligence community employees from providing intelligence, military, or internal security services to governments of state sponsors of terrorism, China, and Russia. Violating this prohibition can lead to loss of access to classified information and financial penalties or imprisonment.
Key points
Former US intelligence employees are prohibited from working for governments of state sponsors of terrorism, China, and Russia in security-related areas.
The prohibition covers services related to intelligence, military, and internal security.
Violation of the prohibition can result in loss of access to classified information and financial penalties or imprisonment.
The law mandates training and written notice for current employees about the prohibition.
The act requires annual reports on instances of prohibition violations.
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Print number: 117_S_4456
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2022-06-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to prohibit certain former employees of the intelligence community from providing certain services to governments of countries that are state sponsors of terrorism, the People's Republic of China, and the Russian Federation, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4456.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Former US intelligence employees are prohibited from working for governments of state sponsors of terrorism, China, and Russia in security-related areas.
  • The prohibition covers services related to intelligence, military, and internal security.
  • Violation of the prohibition can result in loss of access to classified information and financial penalties or imprisonment.
  • The law mandates training and written notice for current employees about the prohibition.
  • The act requires annual reports on instances of prohibition violations.
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 Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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