Securing Chain of Command: Reporting Incapacity of National Security Leaders
This law mandates that federal agencies whose heads are members of the National Security Council must promptly notify Congress and the President if their leader becomes medically unable to perform duties. This ensures that critical national security functions remain operational and stable during unexpected absences. For citizens, this means greater assurance that the nation's top security leadership maintains continuity and accountability, even in crisis situations.
Key points
Mandatory Notification: Agencies must notify the Executive Office of the President, Congress, and the Comptroller General within 24 hours if a National Security Council member becomes medically incapacitated or before a planned procedure causing incapacitation.
Accountability Reporting: If the 24-hour notification is missed, a detailed report must be submitted within 72 hours, explaining the delay and listing who served as acting head and what resources they were allocated.
Continuity of Government: The act formalizes procedures for temporary succession when key national security leaders are medically unable to serve, strengthening the chain of command.
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