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Increased Oversight for Financial Crimes Enforcement Network Director

This new law changes how the head of the financial crime-fighting agency is chosen. Instead of being appointed by the Treasury Secretary, they will now need approval from both the President and the Senate. This aims to increase oversight and accountability for this important institution that protects our finances from illegal activities.
Key points
The Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) will now be appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, increasing public oversight.
This change aims to ensure greater accountability and transparency in the actions of the agency combating financial crime, indirectly impacting citizens' financial security.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4036
Sponsor: Rep. McHenry, Patrick T. [R-NC-10]
Process start date: 2023-06-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Accountability through Confirmation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4036.

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 2023-06-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) will now be appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, increasing public oversight.
  • This change aims to ensure greater accountability and transparency in the actions of the agency combating financial crime, indirectly impacting citizens' financial security.
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. McHenry, Patrick T. [R-NC-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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