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A bill to require senior Department of State officials to maintain security clearances and to require the Secretary of State to notify Congress when the security clearances of such officials are suspended or revoked.

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 3240

Bill 118 s 3240, also known as the "Security Clearance Notification Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to enhance security measures within the Department of State. The bill mandates that senior officials within the Department of State must maintain security clearances in order to carry out their duties effectively.

One of the key provisions of the bill is that the Secretary of State is required to notify Congress in the event that the security clearances of these senior officials are suspended or revoked. This notification requirement is crucial in ensuring transparency and accountability within the Department of State, as it allows Congress to be informed of any potential security risks or breaches that may arise.

By requiring senior Department of State officials to maintain security clearances and mandating notification to Congress in the event of any suspensions or revocations, Bill 118 s 3240 aims to strengthen security protocols and safeguard sensitive information within the Department of State. This bill underscores the importance of maintaining high levels of security within the government and ensuring that senior officials are held accountable for upholding these standards.

Current Status of Bill S 3240

Bill S 3240 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 7, 2023. Bill S 3240 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 7, 2023.  Bill S 3240's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of November 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3240

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3240

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3240

A bill to require senior Department of State officials to maintain security clearances and to require the Secretary of State to notify Congress when the security clearances of such officials are suspended or revoked.
A bill to require senior Department of State officials to maintain security clearances and to require the Secretary of State to notify Congress when the security clearances of such officials are suspended or revoked.

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