DETER Act of 2024

The DETER Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 hr 8482, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at deterring foreign interference in US elections. The bill focuses on increasing transparency and accountability in the electoral process to prevent foreign entities from influencing the outcome of elections.

One key provision of the DETER Act is the requirement for political campaigns to report any offers of assistance from foreign governments or individuals to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and the FBI. This is intended to ensure that campaigns are not accepting help from foreign actors that could compromise the integrity of the election.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) conduct a comprehensive assessment of foreign interference in US elections and submit a report to Congress within 60 days of each federal election. This report would detail any attempts by foreign entities to influence the election and recommend actions to prevent future interference. The DETER Act also includes measures to increase cybersecurity protections for election infrastructure, such as requiring states to use paper ballots and conduct post-election audits to verify the accuracy of election results. These safeguards are designed to prevent hacking and tampering with voting systems by foreign adversaries. Overall, the DETER Act of 2024 is a bipartisan effort to strengthen the security of US elections and protect the democratic process from foreign interference. By increasing transparency, accountability, and cybersecurity measures, the bill aims to ensure that American elections remain free and fair.