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To transfer certain responsibilities of the United States Secret Service to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

1/8/2025, 1:39 PM

Summary of Bill HR 56

Bill 119 HR 56, also known as the "Transfer of Responsibilities Act," aims to shift certain duties currently held by the United States Secret Service over to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The bill proposes that the FBI take on responsibilities related to protecting national leaders, investigating financial crimes, and providing cybersecurity for the government.

Proponents of the bill argue that the FBI is better equipped and has more resources to handle these tasks effectively. They believe that consolidating these responsibilities under one agency will lead to better coordination and communication, ultimately enhancing national security.

Opponents of the bill express concerns about the potential impact on the Secret Service, which has a long history of protecting the President and other high-ranking officials. They worry that transferring these duties to the FBI could weaken the Secret Service and compromise the safety of national leaders. Overall, the Transfer of Responsibilities Act is a contentious piece of legislation that raises important questions about the division of duties within the federal government. It will be interesting to see how lawmakers navigate these concerns and ultimately decide on the best course of action for national security.

Congressional Summary of HR 56

Secret Service Prioritization Act of 2025

This bill transfers most investigative authorities of the U.S. Secret Service to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). 

Specifically, the bill transfers to the FBI the Secret Service's authority to investigate federal criminal offenses involving (1) certain misconduct in connection with government transportation requests, federal farm loans, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation; (2) coins, obligations, and securities of the United States and foreign governments, including counterfeiting of U.S. currency; and (3) financial and computer-based crimes, including identity theft, electronic access fraud, computer fraud, and electronic benefits transfer fraud. 

Under the bill, the Secret Service retains the authority to investigate two categories of federal criminal offenses: (1) threats against the President, President-elect, Vice President, or Vice President-elect; and (2) threats against former Presidents and certain other persons. 

Current Status of Bill HR 56

Bill HR 56 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 56 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025.  Bill HR 56's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 3, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 56

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
5
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 56

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 56

To transfer certain responsibilities of the United States Secret Service to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
To transfer certain responsibilities of the United States Secret Service to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

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