To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide candidates with a justification for candidate protection determinations, to require Senate confirmation of the Director of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes.

2/1/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 HR 883, also known as the Candidate Protection Act, aims to increase transparency and accountability within the United States Secret Service. The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide candidates with a justification for candidate protection determinations, ensuring that candidates are informed of the reasons behind any decisions made regarding their protection.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the Director of the United States Secret Service must be confirmed by the Senate, adding an extra layer of oversight to the appointment process. This requirement aims to ensure that the individual leading the Secret Service has the necessary qualifications and experience for the role.

Overall, the goal of Bill 119 HR 883 is to enhance the protection of candidates and improve the functioning of the United States Secret Service by promoting transparency and accountability in decision-making processes.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 883

Introduced on
2025-01-31

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 HR 883, also known as the Candidate Protection Act, aims to increase transparency and accountability within the United States Secret Service. The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide candidates with a justification for candidate protection determinations, ensuring that candidates are informed of the reasons behind any decisions made regarding their protection.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the Director of the United States Secret Service must be confirmed by the Senate, adding an extra layer of oversight to the appointment process. This requirement aims to ensure that the individual leading the Secret Service has the necessary qualifications and experience for the role.

Overall, the goal of Bill 119 HR 883 is to enhance the protection of candidates and improve the functioning of the United States Secret Service by promoting transparency and accountability in decision-making processes.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide candidates with a justification for candidate protection determinations, to require Senate confirmation of the Director of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action1/31/2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.