Increased Transparency: Federal Agencies Must Report Terrorism Incidents to Congress and Public.
This law mandates key federal agencies (DHS, Attorney General, FBI) to jointly prepare and publish unclassified reports on acts of terrorism in the U.S. The goal is to increase government transparency and identify gaps in national security, potentially leading to faster legal changes and better citizen protection. These reports, excluding information that jeopardizes ongoing investigations, will be publicly available, giving citizens insight into counterterrorism efforts.
Key points
Mandatory Reporting: After every act of terrorism in the U.S., federal agencies must submit an unclassified report to Congress within one year of the investigation's completion.
Public Access: These reports must be made available on a publicly accessible website, increasing citizen awareness of threats and government response.
Gap Identification: Reports must include facts, identify gaps in homeland or national security, and propose recommendations for changes in law and law enforcement practices.
Exceptions: Information that could jeopardize an ongoing investigation or prosecution may be withheld, but Congress must be notified of this determination.
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