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Intelligence Surveillance Reform: Enhanced Citizen Privacy and FBI Accountability

This act significantly alters how the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) can search U.S. citizen data collected under intelligence surveillance. It aims to enhance privacy and civil liberties by implementing stricter rules, oversight, and accountability for data misuse, directly impacting the personal data security of every citizen.
Key points
FBI Restrictions: Prior approval from an FBI supervisor or attorney is required before querying U.S. person data, unless there is a threat to life or serious bodily harm.
Prohibition on Political Appointees: Political appointees are barred from the FBI's query approval process for U.S. person data.
Mandatory Audits and Training: Mandatory audits of FBI queries and annual training for personnel on querying procedures are introduced.
Increased Accountability: Penalties for unauthorized disclosure of information are increased, and accountability standards for FBI executive leadership regarding compliance failures are established.
Strengthened Judicial Oversight: The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC) gains enhanced powers, including appointing independent experts to review applications and imposing penalties for violations.
Transparency and Reporting: Annual FBI reports to Congress on query numbers and violations are mandated, and a commission is established for further FISA reform.
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Print number: 118_HR_7320
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Laurel M. [R-FL-15]
Process start date: 2024-02-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7320.

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 2024-02-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • FBI Restrictions: Prior approval from an FBI supervisor or attorney is required before querying U.S. person data, unless there is a threat to life or serious bodily harm.
  • Prohibition on Political Appointees: Political appointees are barred from the FBI's query approval process for U.S. person data.
  • Mandatory Audits and Training: Mandatory audits of FBI queries and annual training for personnel on querying procedures are introduced.
  • Increased Accountability: Penalties for unauthorized disclosure of information are increased, and accountability standards for FBI executive leadership regarding compliance failures are established.
  • Strengthened Judicial Oversight: The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC) gains enhanced powers, including appointing independent experts to review applications and imposing penalties for violations.
  • Transparency and Reporting: Annual FBI reports to Congress on query numbers and violations are mandated, and a commission is established for further FISA reform.
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. Lee, Laurel M. [R-FL-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

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

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