Congressman Votes to Reform Intelligence Systems
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Congressman Votes to Reform Intelligence Systems
U.S. Congressman Sam Graves voted today for reforms to the nation’s intelligence system. The legislation comes directly from recommendations by the bipartisan 9/11 Commission that met earlier this year. Graves said the legislation would make America safer.
“As a result of this comprehensive look at our nation’s intelligence system, we will be safer,” said Graves. “Its important that we never stop looking for ways that we can improve our security.”
The bill creates the position of National Intelligence Director who will serve as the principal advisor on domestic and foreign intelligence matters relating to national security. The Director will be responsible for ensuring that each agency and department has access to and receives all intelligence necessary to carry out their mission.
In addition the bill places emphasis on prevention and prosecution of potential terrorists. Specifically it authorizes federal officials to target and track “lone wolf” terrorists. Lone wolf terrorists operate without assistance from terrorist organizations and present a different challenge for law enforcement.
“We have to be prepared for the new threats of the world we live in now,” said Graves. “The threats we face are not always easily spotted or a part of an organized group.”
Among other provisions of the law are provisions to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing, cutting red tap for intelligence agencies and enhancing airline security. The bill must now pass the Senate, before it can be signed by the President.