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Post-Employment Restrictions for Former U.S. Intelligence Officers

This act introduces new rules regarding where and for whom former U.S. intelligence officers can work after leaving service. It aims to protect national security by restricting employment with countries deemed hostile. Citizens should be aware that these changes strengthen the protection of classified information, indirectly impacting national security.
Key points
Former intelligence employees are permanently restricted from working for designated prohibited foreign countries (e.g., China, Russia, Iran) after leaving service, unless a temporary waiver is granted.
A 30-month temporary restriction applies to other post-service positions, which can also be waived under specific circumstances.
All former intelligence employees must report their post-service employment, and intelligence agency heads must provide them with written notice of these restrictions.
The Director of National Intelligence can grant waivers in exceptional cases if it serves national security interests, with detailed justification and congressional notification.
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Additional Information
A bill to modify requirements for certain employment activities by former intelligence officers and employees of the intelligence community, and for other purposes.
Print number: S 5250
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2022-12-14