It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.
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Why This Matters
This bill authorizes funding and sets new rules for intelligence activities in the U.S. for the upcoming fiscal year.
If you work in national security, this bill could change how your agency operates and is funded.
Who this affects
Intelligence agency employees · National security personnel
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill provides funding for intelligence activities in the United States for fiscal year 2026.
2It establishes a National Counterintelligence Center to enhance the country's counterintelligence efforts.
3The bill requires the Department of Energy employees to report travel to high-risk countries.
4It improves the security of Central Intelligence Agency installations to protect sensitive information.
5The bill mandates better oversight of open-source intelligence activities and their budget.
