H.R.7888 — Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act

House Roll Call

H.R.7888

Roll 114 • Congress 118, Session 2 • Apr 12, 2024 12:27 PM • Result: Failed

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BillH.R.7888 — Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act
Vote questionOn Agreeing to the Amendment
Vote typeRecorded Vote
ResultFailed
TotalsYea 212 / Nay 212 / Present 0 / Not Voting 13
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R1288607
D8412606
I0000

Research Brief

On Agreeing to the Amendment

Bill Analysis

The Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act (HR 7888) was enacted as Public Law No: 118-49, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and accountability of U.S. intelligence operations while ensuring national security. The bill addresses several key areas within the intelligence community, focusing on reforms to improve oversight and operational efficiency.

Key Provisions:

  1. Oversight Enhancements: The legislation mandates the establishment of clearer oversight mechanisms for intelligence agencies, including the creation of a new position within the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) dedicated to evaluating the effectiveness of intelligence programs. This position will report directly to Congress, ensuring greater transparency and accountability.

  2. Funding and Resources: The bill authorizes increased funding for intelligence operations, particularly for technological advancements and cybersecurity measures. It allocates specific resources to enhance the capabilities of agencies such as the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA) in countering emerging threats.

  3. Interagency Collaboration: HR 7888 promotes collaboration among various intelligence agencies and departments, including the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), to streamline operations and share critical information more effectively.

  4. Training and Workforce Development: The legislation emphasizes the importance of training for intelligence personnel, focusing on developing skills necessary to address contemporary security challenges, including cyber threats and misinformation campaigns.

Beneficiaries and Impact: The primary beneficiaries of this act include intelligence personnel, national security agencies, and ultimately, the American public, who will benefit from enhanced national security measures. The bill also aims to regulate the intelligence community’s practices, ensuring they align with democratic principles and civil liberties.

Timeline: Following its introduction, HR 7888 underwent various reviews and amendments before being signed into law. The provisions are expected to be implemented in phases, with immediate focus on oversight enhancements and funding allocations within the fiscal year following enactment.

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Yea (212)

K
Kelly Armstrong

ND • R • Aye

D
Dan Bishop

NC • R • Aye

E
Earl Blumenauer

OR • D • Aye

J
Jamaal Bowman

NY • D • Aye

C
Cori Bush

MO • D • Aye

T
Tony Cárdenas

CA • D • Aye

L
Lloyd Doggett

TX • D • Aye

J
Jeff Duncan

SC • R • Aye

M
Matt Gaetz

FL • R • Aye

B
Bob Good

VA • R • Aye

G
Garret Graves

LA • R • Aye

M
Mark Green

TN • R • Aye

J
Jeff Jackson

NC • D • Aye

S
Sheila Jackson Lee

TX • D • Aye

D
Daniel Kildee

MI • D • Aye

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • Aye

L
Lisa McClain

MI • R • Aye

M
Marcus Molinaro

NY • R • Aye

G
Grace Napolitano

CA • D • Aye

M
Mary Peltola

AK • D • Aye

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • Aye

B
Bill Posey

FL • R • Aye

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • R • Aye

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • R • Aye

G
Gregorio Sablan

MP • D • Aye

D
David Schweikert

AZ • R • Aye

P
Pete Sessions

TX • R • Aye

M
Michelle Steel

CA • R • Aye

R
Rashida Tlaib

MI • D • Aye

N
Nydia Velázquez

NY • D • Aye

B
Brandon Williams

NY • R • Aye

Nay (212)

C
Colin Allred

TX • D • No

L
Larry Bucshon

IN • R • No

M
Michael Burgess

TX • R • No

K
Ken Calvert

CA • R • No

Y
Yadira Caraveo

CO • D • No

J
Jerry Carl

AL • R • No

M
Matt Cartwright

PA • D • No

L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer

OR • R • No

G
Gerald Connolly

VA • D • No

J
Jason Crow

CO • D • No

A
Anthony D'Esposito

NY • R • No

J
John Duarte

CA • R • No

A
Anna Eshoo

CA • D • No

A
A. Ferguson

GA • R • No

S
Scott Franklin

FL • R • No

M
Mike Gallagher

WI • R • No

J
John Garamendi

CA • D • No

M
Mike Garcia

CA • R • No

K
Kay Granger

TX • R • No

D
Derek Kilmer

WA • D • No

A
Ann Kuster

NH • D • No

D
Doug Lamborn

CO • R • No

J
Jake LaTurner

KS • R • No

K
Kathy Manning

NC • D • No

L
Lucy McBath

GA • D • No

P
Patrick McHenry

NC • R • No

W
Wiley Nickel

NC • D • No

B
Bill Pascrell

NJ • D • No

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • No

D
Dean Phillips

MN • D • No

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • No

J
John Rutherford

FL • R • No

J
John Sarbanes

MD • D • No

A
Abigail Spanberger

VA • D • No

E
Eric Swalwell

CA • D • No

D
David Trone

MD • D • No

M
Michael Waltz

FL • R • No

D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz

FL • D • No

B
Brad Wenstrup

OH • R • No

J
Jennifer Wexton

VA • D • No

S
Susan Wild

PA • D • No

Not Voting (13)

R
Ruben Gallego

AZ • D • Not Voting

J
Jenniffer González-Colón

PR • R • Not Voting

R
Raúl Grijalva

AZ • D • Not Voting

D
Debbie Lesko

AZ • R • Not Voting

B
Blaine Luetkemeyer

MO • R • Not Voting

A
Alexander Mooney

WV • R • Not Voting

D
Donald Payne

NJ • D • Not Voting