Legislative Background
Recent Action on Intelligence Reform
On July 22, the 9/11 Commission released its recommendations for reform of the Nation’s intelligence system. Senate hearings followed during the August congressional recess. The Commission, many of the families of 9/11 victims, and the White House all pressed for swift action on the Commission’s proposals. In response, both the House and Senate drafted legislation providing for a major shake-up of how the Nation’s intelligence community is structured.Senate Action. On September 22, the Senate Governmental Affairs Committee approved legislation designated S. 2845, the National Intelligence Reform Act. The comprehensive bill, sponsored by Senator Susan Collins (ME-R), chair of the Senate…
