DHS bill sets standardized intelligence training for new hires
Passed one chamberH.R. 7436Latest action
Sponsor: Seth Magaziner · Representative · RI
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Official title: Department of Homeland Security Intelligence and Analysis Training Act
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
Introduced:
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DHS would be required to create standardized intelligence training for new I&A employees within 90 days of hire.
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What does this do?
This bill requires DHS to build standardized training for its Office of Intelligence and Analysis employees, covering civil rights, civil liberties, and privacy laws within 90 days of hire. Intelligence analysts and open-source collectors would get additional specialized training on data handling and legal limits, and DHS must also develop advanced training, track completions, and report to Congress, with reviewing the program.
Who does it affect?
The bill mainly affects DHS's Office of Intelligence and Analysis employees, especially new hires, analysts, and open-source intelligence staff. committees would also receive periodic reports.
Why does it matter?
Standardizing training could change how consistently DHS intelligence staff handle legal and privacy rules, affecting how threat information is shared with state, local, and private-sector partners.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedFeb 9, 2026
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Sep 16, 2026
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.