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

House Roll Call

H.R.7888

Roll 119 • Congress 118, Session 2 • Apr 12, 2024 12:57 PM • Result: Passed

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BillH.R.7888 — Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act
Vote questionOn Passage
Vote typeRecorded Vote
ResultPassed
TotalsYea 273 / Nay 147 / Present 0 / Not Voting 11
PartyYeaNayPresentNot Voting
R1268804
D1475907
I0000

Research Brief

On Passage

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. The legislation addresses critical areas of intelligence reform, focusing on improving oversight, streamlining operations, and ensuring the security of sensitive information.

Key provisions of the Act include the establishment of enhanced oversight mechanisms for intelligence agencies, particularly the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA). The law mandates regular reporting to Congress on intelligence activities, emphasizing transparency and accountability. It also introduces measures to strengthen the protection of whistleblowers within the intelligence community, encouraging the reporting of misconduct without fear of retaliation.

Funding for the initiatives outlined in the Act is derived from existing appropriations for intelligence activities, with a focus on reallocating resources to support oversight and reform efforts. The Act authorizes the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) to allocate funds for training and resources aimed at improving the operational efficiency of intelligence agencies.

The primary beneficiaries of the Act include intelligence personnel, who gain enhanced protections and resources, and the American public, who benefit from increased oversight and accountability in intelligence operations. Additionally, Congress is empowered to play a more active role in monitoring intelligence activities, thereby reinforcing democratic oversight.

The timeline for implementation includes immediate reporting requirements for intelligence agencies, with ongoing evaluations scheduled annually. The Act also sets forth a framework for periodic reviews of its effectiveness, ensuring that reforms remain relevant and responsive to emerging security challenges.

In summary, HR 7888 represents a significant step toward reforming the U.S. intelligence community, focusing on oversight, accountability, and the protection of whistleblowers, with the aim of enhancing national security while safeguarding civil liberties.

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Yea (273)

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

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

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

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

C
Cathy Rodgers

WA • R • Aye

C
C. Ruppersberger

MD • D • Aye

J
John Rutherford

FL • R • Aye

J
John Sarbanes

MD • D • Aye

P
Pete Sessions

TX • R • Aye

A
Abigail Spanberger

VA • D • Aye

M
Michelle Steel

CA • R • 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 (147)

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

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

B
Barbara Lee

CA • D • No

G
Grace Napolitano

CA • D • No

K
Katie Porter

CA • D • No

B
Bill Posey

FL • R • No

M
Matthew Rosendale

MT • R • No

D
David Schweikert

AZ • R • No

R
Rashida Tlaib

MI • D • No

N
Nydia Velázquez

NY • D • No

Not Voting (11)

R
Ruben Gallego

AZ • D • Not Voting

R
Raúl Grijalva

AZ • D • Not Voting

S
Sheila Jackson Lee

TX • D • Not Voting

D
Daniel Kildee

MI • 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