DHS Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program and Law Enforcement Support Act
- Bill Number
- H.R. 2212
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2025-11-18: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-09T13:27:22Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This legislation amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require certain components of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to participate in an existing intelligence community program. The goal is to promote collaboration and professional development among intelligence personnel across federal agencies, enhancing the overall effectiveness of U.S. homeland security intelligence efforts.
Key Provisions
- Short Title: The Act is titled the "DHS Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program and Law Enforcement Support Act."
- Amendment to Homeland Security Act: Adds a new subsection (b) to Section 844 (6 U.S.C. 414), mandating that the DHS Secretary require all DHS components that are part of the "DHS Intelligence Enterprise" (a network of DHS units involved in intelligence activities) to join the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Intelligence Community Civilian Joint Duty Program.
- Program Participation: DHS components must participate in a way that aligns with policies set by the Director of National Intelligence. This program allows civilian intelligence employees to rotate through assignments in different agencies, building cross-agency expertise.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Introduces a mandatory requirement for DHS intelligence components to engage in the ODNI's Joint Duty Program, which was previously voluntary or not explicitly required under the Homeland Security Act.
- Expands the scope of inter-agency intelligence cooperation by integrating DHS more formally into broader Intelligence Community (IC) initiatives, without altering the core structure of the ODNI program itself.
Potential Impacts
- Government Agencies: Strengthens coordination between DHS and other IC agencies (e.g., CIA, FBI) by facilitating employee rotations, potentially improving information sharing and operational efficiency in homeland security. This could lead to better-prepared intelligence staff but may require additional administrative resources for implementation.
- Citizens: Indirect benefits through enhanced national security intelligence, such as more effective threat detection and response to domestic risks like terrorism or cyberattacks, without direct effects on individual rights or daily life.
- International Relations: Minimal direct impact, though improved U.S. intelligence integration could indirectly support international counterterrorism or border security efforts by fostering a more unified federal approach.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- DHS Components: Intelligence units within DHS (e.g., those in the DHS Intelligence Enterprise) must comply, affecting their civilian employees who will participate in rotations.
- Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI): Oversees the Joint Duty Program and sets participation policies, gaining more structured involvement from DHS.
- Broader Intelligence Community: Other federal agencies benefit from increased collaboration and shared expertise.
- DHS Secretary: Responsible for enforcing the requirement across DHS.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Reinforces existing frameworks for intelligence sharing under the Homeland Security Act without creating new authorities; ensures consistency with ODNI policies to avoid conflicts. No expansions of surveillance or data collection powers are introduced.
- Constitutional: Aligns with Congress's oversight role in national security (Article I, Section 8) and does not raise privacy or civil liberties concerns, as it focuses on internal employee development rather than public-facing activities.
- Political: Promotes bipartisan priorities in homeland security by emphasizing inter-agency unity, potentially reducing silos in intelligence work. It could face scrutiny over implementation costs or bureaucratic burdens but is unlikely to spark major controversy given its focus on professional enhancement.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (3)
Rep. Guest, Michael [R-MS-3], Rep. Evans, Gabe [R-CO-8], Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]
Recent Actions
- 2025-11-18: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- 2025-11-17: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2025-11-17: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4680)
- 2025-11-17: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4680)
- 2025-11-17: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2212.
- 2025-11-17: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4680-4681)
- 2025-11-17: Mr. Garbarino moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
- 2025-11-12: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 325.
- 2025-11-12: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 119-374.
- 2025-11-12: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 119-374.
- 2025-09-03: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 22 - 0.
- 2025-09-03: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- 2025-03-25: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- 2025-03-25: Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- 2025-03-18: Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Bill Versions
- DHS Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program and Law Enforcement Support Act — issued 2025-11-17 — PDF (4 pages)
- DHS Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program and Law Enforcement Support Act — issued 2025-03-18 — PDF (2 pages)
- DHS Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program and Law Enforcement Support Act — issued 2025-11-18 — PDF (2 pages)
- DHS Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program and Law Enforcement Support Act — issued 2025-11-12 — PDF (4 pages)