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

House Roll Call

H.R.7888

Roll 117 • Congress 118, Session 2 • Apr 12, 2024 12:40 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 227 / Nay 193 / Present 0 / Not Voting 16
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R1328008
D9511308
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Research Brief

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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 bolstering national security measures. The legislation addresses several key areas, including intelligence oversight, cybersecurity, and the integration of emerging technologies within intelligence frameworks.

Primarily, the Act strengthens the authorities of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) by mandating improved coordination among intelligence agencies. It emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in intelligence operations, requiring regular reporting to Congress on intelligence activities and expenditures. The law also establishes a framework for the assessment of intelligence community performance, ensuring that agencies meet defined benchmarks for effectiveness.

Funding provisions within the Act allocate resources to various intelligence and cybersecurity initiatives. This includes increased financial support for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to enhance the nation’s cyber defenses, particularly against foreign threats. The Act also encourages collaboration between federal, state, and local governments to bolster intelligence sharing and response capabilities.

Key beneficiaries of the Act include federal intelligence agencies, cybersecurity entities, and ultimately, the American public, who will benefit from improved national security measures. Additionally, the legislation imposes regulations on technology companies that provide services to intelligence agencies, ensuring compliance with privacy and civil liberties standards.

The Act outlines specific timelines for implementation, mandating that agencies submit their initial compliance reports within 180 days of enactment. Subsequent evaluations and updates are required annually to assess progress and effectiveness.

In summary, HR 7888 aims to reform and secure U.S. intelligence operations through enhanced oversight, funding for cybersecurity, and improved inter-agency cooperation, ultimately strengthening national security in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.

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Yea (227)

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

A
Anthony D'Esposito

NY • R • Aye

J
John Duarte

CA • 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

D
Derek Kilmer

WA • D • Aye

A
Ann Kuster

NH • D • Aye

D
Doug Lamborn

CO • R • Aye

J
Jake LaTurner

KS • R • 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

G
Greg Pence

IN • R • Aye

D
Dean Phillips

MN • D • Aye

B
Bill Posey

FL • R • Aye

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • R • Aye

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • Aye

J
John Rutherford

FL • R • 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

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 (193)

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

G
Gerald Connolly

VA • D • No

J
Jason Crow

CO • D • No

L
Lloyd Doggett

TX • D • No

J
Jeff Duncan

SC • R • No

M
Matt Gaetz

FL • R • No

B
Bob Good

VA • R • No

M
Mark Green

TN • R • No

J
Jeff Jackson

NC • D • No

D
Daniel Kildee

MI • D • No

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • No

G
Grace Napolitano

CA • D • No

B
Bill Pascrell

NJ • D • No

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • No

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • R • No

G
Gregorio Sablan

MP • D • No

J
John Sarbanes

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

D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz

FL • 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

M
Mary Peltola

AK • D • Not Voting