Intelligence Community Efficiency and Effectiveness Act of 2025 | ChamberLight
Bills · S 2202
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2202Armed Forces and National Security
Intelligence Community Efficiency and Effectiveness Act of 2025
INTRO JUN 27· LAST ACTION JUN 27
READING
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because it proposes a major overhaul of America's intelligence gathering and security operations. If it becomes law, it could significantly change how our intelligence agencies are managed, how they share information, and how quickly they can acquire new technologies to combat threats. Shifting the DNI's authority and moving key counterintelligence functions to the FBI could centralize power or change the focus of these vital operations.
Voters should care because these changes could affect the overall effectiveness of the intelligence community in protecting national security. The push for faster technology acquisition might make agencies more agile, but the elimination of institutions like the National Intelligence University could impact the specialized training and expertise of future intelligence officers. The decision to end certain diversity programs also signals a shift in the approach to workforce development within these critical government sectors.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Redefines the responsibilities and authorities of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), shifting their role from 'conducting' certain tasks to 'directing' them and repealing some of their existing powers.
This aims to streamline the DNI's oversight function and potentially reduce their direct involvement in operational specifics, affecting how intelligence agencies are coordinated.
PROVISION 02
Transfers the National Counterintelligence and Security Center to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and redesigns other major intelligence centers like the National Counterterrorism Center.
This centralizes specific counterintelligence functions under the FBI, which could impact information sharing and the operational focus of these critical security bodies.
PROVISION 03
Requires a plan to reform the intelligence community's acquisition process within 180 days, aiming to expedite purchases and prioritize commercial solutions for new technologies.
This could significantly accelerate the adoption of new technologies by intelligence agencies, potentially improving their ability to address emerging threats more rapidly.
PROVISION 04
Terminates the National Intelligence University and seeks to end certain diversity, equity, and inclusion programs within the intelligence community.
This represents a significant policy shift that would impact specialized education, training, and workforce development initiatives for intelligence professionals.
This bill matters because it proposes a major overhaul of America's intelligence gathering and security operations. If it becomes law, it could significantly change how our intelligence agencies are managed, how they share information, and how quickly they can acquire new technologies to combat threats. Shifting the DNI's authority and moving key counterintelligence functions to the FBI could centralize power or change the focus of these vital operations.
Voters should care because these changes could affect the overall effectiveness of the intelligence community in protecting national security. The push for faster technology acquisition might make agencies more agile, but the elimination of institutions like the National Intelligence University could impact the specialized training and expertise of future intelligence officers. The decision to end certain diversity programs also signals a shift in the approach to workforce development within these critical government sectors.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Redefines the responsibilities and authorities of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), shifting their role from 'conducting' certain tasks to 'directing' them and repealing some of their existing powers.
This aims to streamline the DNI's oversight function and potentially reduce their direct involvement in operational specifics, affecting how intelligence agencies are coordinated.
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Transfers the National Counterintelligence and Security Center to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and redesigns other major intelligence centers like the National Counterterrorism Center.
This centralizes specific counterintelligence functions under the FBI, which could impact information sharing and the operational focus of these critical security bodies.
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Requires a plan to reform the intelligence community's acquisition process within 180 days, aiming to expedite purchases and prioritize commercial solutions for new technologies.
This could significantly accelerate the adoption of new technologies by intelligence agencies, potentially improving their ability to address emerging threats more rapidly.
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Terminates the National Intelligence University and seeks to end certain diversity, equity, and inclusion programs within the intelligence community.
This represents a significant policy shift that would impact specialized education, training, and workforce development initiatives for intelligence professionals.
180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act
The Director of National Intelligence must submit a plan to reform the acquisition process of each element of the intelligence community.
GLOSSARY
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Director of National Intelligence (DNI)
The head of the U.S. Intelligence Community, serving as the principal advisor to the President on intelligence matters related to national security.
Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI)
The government agency that supports the DNI in overseeing and integrating the U.S. Intelligence Community.
Intelligence Community (IC)
A group of 18 separate U.S. government organizations, including intelligence agencies and components of other departments, that work together to gather and analyze intelligence information.
National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC)
An organization within the ODNI responsible for leading and integrating the U.S. government's counterintelligence and security efforts.
National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC)
A government organization that serves as the primary U.S. government organization for integrating and analyzing all intelligence pertaining to terrorism, and for conducting strategic operational planning by integrating all instruments of national power.
Acquisition Process
The system and procedures used by government agencies to purchase goods, services, or technologies from outside vendors.
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTS
JUN 27, 25
Introduced in Senate
INTROREFERRAL
JUN 27, 25
Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence.
A special contracting authority that allows certain federal agencies to enter into agreements for research or prototypes outside the standard federal procurement regulations.
National Intelligence University (NIU)
A university within the Intelligence Community that provides education in intelligence to military and civilian personnel.
