H.R.7435

DHS Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and Ombuds Act

Introduced·2/9/26

Establishes an Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and an Intelligence Ombuds within the Department of Homeland Security.

The bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to create an Intelligence Transparency and Oversight Program Office and an Intelligence Ombuds within the Department of Homeland Security. The Ombuds will serve as the department's principal advisor on safeguarding objectivity in intelligence activities, ensuring they are independent from political considerations and protect privacy rights. The Ombuds will also facilitate public understanding of intelligence activities while protecting sensitive information.

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Where it stands

Current
Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 10

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.

Feb 9

House

Introduced in House

Feb 9

House

Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.