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Enhanced DHS oversight: protecting privacy and civil liberties in intelligence sharing.

This Act strengthens the oversight of how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) collects, retains, and disseminates intelligence information. The changes ensure that all intelligence data handling is consistent with the protection of privacy rights, civil rights, and civil liberties. Citizens benefit from increased safeguards, as the law mandates coordination with the Chief Privacy Officer and the Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, alongside mandatory training for DHS intelligence personnel.
Key points
Requires that the sharing and retention of DHS intelligence information must be consistent with the protection of privacy rights and civil liberties, as determined by the Chief Privacy Officer and the Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties.
Mandates specific training for DHS intelligence personnel on privacy rights, regulations (including the Privacy Act of 1974), civil rights, and civil liberties.
Strengthens the role of the Chief Privacy Officer and the Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in coordinating and ensuring compliance regarding intelligence data practices.
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Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2261
Sponsor: Rescom. Hernández, Pablo [D-PR-At Large]
Process start date: 2025-03-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Strengthening Oversight of DHS Intelligence Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2261.

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 2025-03-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires that the sharing and retention of DHS intelligence information must be consistent with the protection of privacy rights and civil liberties, as determined by the Chief Privacy Officer and the Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties.
  • Mandates specific training for DHS intelligence personnel on privacy rights, regulations (including the Privacy Act of 1974), civil rights, and civil liberties.
  • Strengthens the role of the Chief Privacy Officer and the Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in coordinating and ensuring compliance regarding intelligence data practices.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

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 Rescom. Hernández, Pablo [D-PR-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4690)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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