Bring Our Heroes Home Act
Summary
The "Bring Our Heroes Home Act" aims to create a comprehensive record collection at the National Archives dedicated to missing Armed Forces and civilian personnel. It mandates the expeditious public transmission and disclosure of records related to these individuals. The Act establishes a review board to oversee the process and ensure transparency.
Expected Effects
This act will lead to a centralized repository of information regarding missing personnel, facilitating research and providing closure to families. It will require government agencies to actively search for and declassify relevant records. The review board will play a crucial role in balancing national security concerns with the public interest in disclosure.
Potential Benefits
- Increased transparency and access to information for families of missing personnel.
- Enhanced historical record and governmental accountability.
- Potential for uncovering new information regarding the fate of missing individuals.
- Streamlined process for declassification and public disclosure of relevant records.
- Establishment of an independent review board to ensure objectivity.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential costs associated with establishing and maintaining the record collection and review board.
- Possible delays in disclosure due to the need for review and declassification.
- Risk of inadvertently disclosing sensitive information that could compromise national security or individual privacy.
- Logistical challenges in locating and organizing records across various government agencies.
- Potential for disagreements between the review board and government agencies regarding disclosure decisions.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the constitutional principles of transparency and accountability. While no specific clause directly mandates such action, the spirit of providing information to citizens and ensuring government accountability resonates with the overall framework. The First Amendment's guarantee of freedom of speech and the press supports the public disclosure aspects of the bill. The Act also includes provisions to protect classified information, balancing transparency with national security concerns.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).