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Increased Transparency in Candidate Protection and Senate Confirmation for Secret Service Director.

This bill changes how Secret Service protection is granted to Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates. If a candidate is denied protection or an increase in resources, they must receive a written justification, enhancing transparency. Furthermore, the Director of the Secret Service will now require Senate confirmation, giving citizens greater oversight of this critical security agency.
Key points
Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates denied Secret Service protection must receive a written justification for the determination within 14 days.
Candidates will have the right to request reconsideration of the protection determination, requiring a review by the Secretary of Homeland Security.
The Director of the United States Secret Service will be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_883
Sponsor: Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]
Process start date: 2025-01-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Counter SNIPER Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_883.

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 2025-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates denied Secret Service protection must receive a written justification for the determination within 14 days.
  • Candidates will have the right to request reconsideration of the protection determination, requiring a review by the Secretary of Homeland Security.
  • The Director of the United States Secret Service will be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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