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Intelligence Authorization Act 2026: Security, Tech Regulation, and Privacy Protections

This act funds US intelligence activities while establishing stricter penalties for trespassing on intelligence property and granting authority to neutralize threatening drones. It introduces new safeguards for citizen privacy regarding data collection and mandates security testing for election voting systems.
Key points
New criminal penalties for unauthorized access to intelligence community property.
Authority for the CIA to detect and disable unmanned aircraft threatening its facilities.
Prohibition on intelligence contractors selling citizen location data and restrictions on targeting journalists.
Mandatory penetration testing and vulnerability disclosure programs for election voting systems.
Requirement to warn US persons of lethal threats from Iran.
Declassification of intelligence regarding COVID-19 origins and historical Church Committee records.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2342
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2025-07-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2342.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New criminal penalties for unauthorized access to intelligence community property.
  • Authority for the CIA to detect and disable unmanned aircraft threatening its facilities.
  • Prohibition on intelligence contractors selling citizen location data and restrictions on targeting journalists.
  • Mandatory penetration testing and vulnerability disclosure programs for election voting systems.
  • Requirement to warn US persons of lethal threats from Iran.
  • Declassification of intelligence regarding COVID-19 origins and historical Church Committee records.
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 Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: By Senator Cotton from Select Committee on Intelligence filed written report. Report No. 119-51. Minority views filed.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-19.

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