Bills · S 1263
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1263Armed Forces and National Security
Operational Security Act of 2025
INTRO APR 2· LAST ACTION APR 2
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it directly aims to enhance the security of the nation's most sensitive information and operations at the very top levels of government. In an era of increasing cyberattacks, foreign espionage, and concerns about potential threats from within, ensuring that the staff directly supporting the President are highly trained and follow strict security protocols is crucial for national security.
If this bill becomes law, it could lead to stronger, more centralized protections against intelligence leaks, foreign interference, and other security breaches within the Executive Office of the President, potentially making presidential operations more resilient. If it doesn't pass, security training and counterintelligence efforts for presidential staff might remain less focused or coordinated, potentially leaving the nation's leadership more vulnerable to evolving threats.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes the Office of Security Training and Counterintelligence within the Executive Office of the President.
This creates a dedicated, centralized entity responsible for security directly within the President's immediate staff.
PROVISION 02
The new office will provide security training, address counterintelligence and insider threats, and protect classified information for EOP personnel.
This directly addresses critical vulnerabilities and ensures White House staff receive specialized guidance on national security risks.
PROVISION 03
Creates a Director for the Office, who must be a recognized security expert and approved by the Senate.
This ensures the office is led by a highly qualified professional with congressional oversight.
PROVISION 04
Establishes a Security Training and Counterintelligence Advisory Board composed of four non-EOP experts appointed by congressional leaders.
The board provides independent, expert advice and recommendations, ensuring diverse perspectives and accountability.
PROVISION 05
The Advisory Board will submit annual reports to congressional intelligence committees with recommendations.
This provides ongoing transparency and oversight to Congress on the security posture within the Executive Office of the President.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 2
D· New York
YRS IN OFFICE
45
BILLS LED
34
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 2
Introduced in Senate
APR 2
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S2141-2142)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1263
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 2, 2025
Last actionApr 2, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 2, 2025
Senate BillS 1263Armed Forces and National Security
Operational Security Act of 2025
INTRODUCED APR 2, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 2, 2025
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
2
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