Bill > HR2901

This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to enhance the role and capabilities of the Department of Homeland Security's Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (CRCL). Specifically, the bill makes three key changes: First, it clarifies that the CRCL Officer is appointed pursuant to a specific section of the Homeland Security Act, maintaining the existing reporting structure. Second, it restructures the existing law by shifting some subsections to create space for a new provision. Third, and most significantly, the bill mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security must assign permanent staff and dedicated resources to support the CRCL Officer in performing their duties. This requirement aims to ensure that the Officer has the necessary personnel and organizational support to effectively monitor and address civil rights and civil liberties issues within the Department of Homeland Security. The bill represents a legislative effort to strengthen the institutional capacity of the CRCL Officer and underscore the importance of protecting individual rights within homeland security operations.

Government Affairs, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2901/all-info