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

House Roll Call

H.R.7888

Roll 116 • Congress 118, Session 2 • Apr 12, 2024 12:36 PM • Result: Agreed to

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BillH.R.7888 — Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act
Vote questionOn Agreeing to the Amendment
Vote typeRecorded Vote
ResultAgreed to
TotalsYea 268 / Nay 152 / Present 0 / Not Voting 16
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R1298308
D1396908
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, aiming to enhance the effectiveness and accountability of U.S. intelligence agencies. The legislation focuses on reforming various aspects of the intelligence community, emphasizing improved oversight, transparency, and operational efficiency.

Key Provisions:

  1. Oversight and Accountability: The bill establishes new oversight mechanisms for intelligence agencies, including enhanced reporting requirements to Congress. It mandates regular assessments of intelligence operations to ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards.

  2. Funding and Resources: HR 7888 authorizes appropriations for intelligence activities, with specific allocations aimed at improving technological capabilities and workforce training within agencies such as the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA). The bill emphasizes the need for modernization and adaptation to emerging threats.

  3. Collaboration and Information Sharing: The legislation promotes inter-agency collaboration and information sharing among federal, state, and local entities. It encourages the development of joint task forces to address national security challenges and improve response capabilities.

  4. Cybersecurity Initiatives: A significant focus of the bill is on enhancing cybersecurity measures across the intelligence community. It calls for the establishment of programs aimed at protecting critical infrastructure and sensitive data from cyber threats.

Beneficiaries and Regulated Entities: The primary beneficiaries of this legislation include U.S. intelligence agencies, federal law enforcement, and ultimately, the American public, who will benefit from improved national security measures. The bill also impacts private sector entities involved in cybersecurity and intelligence support.

Key Timelines: Following its introduction and passage through Congress, HR 7888 was signed into law, marking a significant step in U.S. intelligence reform. The law’s provisions are expected to be implemented in phases, with specific deadlines for reporting and assessments outlined in the text.

Overall, HR 7888 represents a comprehensive approach to reforming the U.S. intelligence landscape, ensuring that agencies are better equipped to address contemporary security challenges while maintaining accountability to the public.

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Yea (268)

C
Colin Allred

TX • D • Aye

L
Larry Bucshon

IN • R • Aye

M
Michael Burgess

TX • R • Aye

K
Ken Calvert

CA • R • Aye

Y
Yadira Caraveo

CO • D • Aye

J
Jerry Carl

AL • R • Aye

M
Matt Cartwright

PA • D • Aye

L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer

OR • R • Aye

G
Gerald Connolly

VA • D • Aye

J
Jason Crow

CO • D • Aye

A
Anthony D'Esposito

NY • R • Aye

L
Lloyd Doggett

TX • D • Aye

J
John Duarte

CA • R • Aye

J
Jeff Duncan

SC • R • Aye

A
Anna Eshoo

CA • D • Aye

A
A. Ferguson

GA • R • Aye

S
Scott Franklin

FL • R • Aye

M
Mike Gallagher

WI • R • Aye

J
John Garamendi

CA • D • Aye

M
Mike Garcia

CA • R • Aye

K
Kay Granger

TX • R • Aye

G
Garret Graves

LA • R • Aye

J
Jeff Jackson

NC • D • Aye

D
Derek Kilmer

WA • D • Aye

A
Ann Kuster

NH • D • Aye

D
Doug Lamborn

CO • R • Aye

J
Jake LaTurner

KS • R • Aye

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • Aye

K
Kathy Manning

NC • D • Aye

L
Lucy McBath

GA • D • Aye

L
Lisa McClain

MI • R • Aye

P
Patrick McHenry

NC • R • Aye

M
Marcus Molinaro

NY • R • Aye

W
Wiley Nickel

NC • D • Aye

B
Bill Pascrell

NJ • D • Aye

M
Mary Peltola

AK • D • Aye

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • Aye

D
Dean Phillips

MN • D • Aye

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • Aye

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • R • Aye

J
John Rutherford

FL • R • Aye

G
Gregorio Sablan

MP • D • Aye

J
John Sarbanes

MD • D • Aye

P
Pete Sessions

TX • R • Aye

A
Abigail Spanberger

VA • D • Aye

E
Eric Swalwell

CA • D • Aye

D
David Trone

MD • D • Aye

M
Michael Waltz

FL • R • Aye

D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz

FL • D • Aye

B
Brad Wenstrup

OH • R • Aye

J
Jennifer Wexton

VA • D • Aye

S
Susan Wild

PA • D • Aye

B
Brandon Williams

NY • R • Aye

Nay (152)

K
Kelly Armstrong

ND • R • No

D
Dan Bishop

NC • R • No

E
Earl Blumenauer

OR • D • No

J
Jamaal Bowman

NY • D • No

C
Cori Bush

MO • D • No

T
Tony Cárdenas

CA • D • No

M
Matt Gaetz

FL • R • No

B
Bob Good

VA • R • No

M
Mark Green

TN • R • No

D
Daniel Kildee

MI • D • No

G
Grace Napolitano

CA • D • No

B
Bill Posey

FL • R • No

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • R • No

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • No

D
David Schweikert

AZ • R • No

M
Michelle Steel

CA • R • No

R
Rashida Tlaib

MI • D • No

N
Nydia Velázquez

NY • D • No

Not Voting (16)

R
Ruben Gallego

AZ • D • Not Voting

J
Jenniffer González-Colón

PR • R • Not Voting

R
Raúl Grijalva

AZ • D • Not Voting

S
Sheila Jackson Lee

TX • 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