DHS Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program and Law Enforcement Support Act
Summary
The DHS Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program and Law Enforcement Support Act amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002. It aims to enhance intelligence sharing and collaboration within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This is achieved by requiring all DHS intelligence components to participate in the ODNI Intelligence Community Civilian Joint Duty Program.
Expected Effects
The primary effect will be increased integration and standardization of intelligence activities across DHS components. This could lead to more effective threat detection and response. The Act mandates compliance with ODNI policies, potentially streamlining intelligence operations.
Potential Benefits
- Improved information sharing between DHS components.
- Enhanced coordination in intelligence activities.
- Greater consistency in intelligence practices across the department.
- Potential for more effective threat detection and response.
- Alignment with national intelligence strategies.
Most Benefited Areas:
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased bureaucracy and administrative burden.
- Risk of reduced autonomy for individual DHS components.
- Possible resistance from components with established intelligence practices.
- Uncertainty regarding the effectiveness of the ODNI program within DHS.
- Potential for mission creep or overreach by the ODNI.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act appears to align with the Constitution's broad mandate to provide for the common defense (Preamble). It falls under Congress's authority to enact laws necessary and proper for executing governmental powers (Article I, Section 8). No specific constitutional conflicts are apparent.
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).