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Revoking Security Clearances for Former Intelligence Officials

This bill aims to immediately revoke security clearances for a specific group of former intelligence community members. It also mandates investigations into their involvement in a high-profile scandal and their connections to a presidential campaign. For citizens, this could mean changes in how classified information is managed and how former government employees are held accountable.
Key points
Immediate revocation of security clearances for over 50 former intelligence officials.
Prohibition on granting or renewing security clearances for these individuals.
Mandate for investigations into their role in the "Hunter Biden laptop scandal" and engagement with the Biden Presidential campaign.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4205
Sponsor: Rep. Santos, George [R-NY-3]
Process start date: 2023-06-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Drain the Intelligence Community Swamp Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4205.

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 2023-06-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Immediate revocation of security clearances for over 50 former intelligence officials.
  • Prohibition on granting or renewing security clearances for these individuals.
  • Mandate for investigations into their role in the "Hunter Biden laptop scandal" and engagement with the Biden Presidential campaign.
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. Santos, George [R-NY-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Biggs asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 4205, a bill originally introduced by Representative Santos, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.

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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