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RISC Act

12/29/2022, 8:48 AM

Summary of Bill HR 9425

The RISC Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 9425, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a new program called the Resilience and Innovation in Science and Technology (RISC) program. This program aims to promote innovation and resilience in the fields of science and technology by providing funding and support to researchers and organizations working in these areas.

The RISC Act proposes to allocate funding for research and development projects that focus on advancing scientific and technological innovation, as well as improving the resilience of critical infrastructure and systems. The bill also includes provisions for training and education programs to support the next generation of scientists and technologists.

Additionally, the RISC Act seeks to enhance collaboration between government agencies, academic institutions, and private sector organizations to foster innovation and address challenges in science and technology. The bill emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in the STEM fields, and aims to support underrepresented groups in pursuing careers in science and technology. Overall, the RISC Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to promote innovation and resilience in the fields of science and technology through funding, support, and collaboration. It is currently being reviewed by Congress and may undergo further revisions before being passed into law.

Congressional Summary of HR 9425

Responsibility and Integrity in Security Clearance Act or the RISC Act

This bill revokes the security clearance of a family member or financial associate of the President that was granted contrary to the determination or recommendation of an agency, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation. A subsequent background investigation and agency adjudication is required before such an individual may be granted a security clearance.

In addition, the White House Chief of Staff must notify Congress if the President or any other individual grants a security clearance to a family member or financial associate of the President contrary to the determination or recommendation of an agency. The notification must be made in writing no later than five days after the decision to grant the clearance.

Current Status of Bill HR 9425

Bill HR 9425 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 5, 2022. Bill HR 9425 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 5, 2022.  Bill HR 9425's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of December 5, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9425

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9425

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9425

RISC Act
RISC Act
Responsibility and Integrity in Security Clearance Act
To amend the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 to require congressional notification if relatives or financial associates of the President are granted security clearances contrary to the advice or recommendation of a background investigation or determination of an adjudicating agency, and for other purposes.

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