Bill > S2425

This bill amends the National Security Act of 1947 to establish new criminal penalties for unauthorized access to intelligence community (IC) property that is clearly marked as closed or restricted. Specifically, the bill makes it unlawful for anyone to access IC property without proper authorization within the United States. The penalties escalate with repeated offenses: for a first offense, a person could face fines and up to 180 days in prison; for a second offense, more significant fines and imprisonment are possible; and for a third or subsequent offense, an individual could be fined and imprisoned for up to 10 years. The legislation aims to enhance the protection of sensitive intelligence community assets by creating clear legal consequences for unauthorized access, thereby helping to safeguard critical national security resources and information. The bill provides a specific legal mechanism to prosecute individuals who intentionally breach restricted intelligence property areas or facilities.