DOCS Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 581 DOCS Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/4/2024, 6:26 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 581

Defending Our Classified Secrets Act or the DOCS Act

This bill addresses the possession of classified materials by former elected federal officials.

Specifically, the bill requires an individual who formerly held an elected federal office to certify to the National Archives and Records Administration after leaving office that he or she does not possess any classified materials.

The bill establishes a civil penalty of up to $100,000 for an individual who does not submit the required certification or who submits a certification that contains false information.

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence must ensure that there is established a mandatory procedure under which any classified material removed from a sensitive compartmented information facility shall be documented and tracked.

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Current Status of Bill HR 581

Bill HR 581 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 26, 2023. Bill HR 581 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 26, 2023. Bill HR 581's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the National Intelligence Enterprise. as of February 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 581

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 581

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Civil actions and liability

- Federal officials

- Government information and archives

- Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information

- Members of Congress

- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 581

DOCS Act

Defending Our Classified Secrets Act

To require individuals who formerly held an elected Federal office to certify after leaving office that they do not have in their possession any classified materials, and for other purposes.