H.R. 5236: Critical Infrastructure Security Act

This bill, titled the Critical Infrastructure Security Act, proposes several modifications to existing legislation concerning the oversight of critical infrastructure and sensitive government facilities. Below are the main components of the bill:

Modification to Covered Transactions

The bill amends the Defense Production Act of 1950 to include:

• Facilities or property belonging to the intelligence community and National Laboratories.
• Considerations of critical infrastructure, particularly relating to drinking water, as part of national security assessments.

Review and Reporting Requirements

The bill establishes a framework for the annual review and reporting of sensitive facilities and properties:

• Each member of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) must review their agency's list of sensitive facilities and provide a report by January 31 each year.
• The report must include any recommended updates and a certification by an Assistant Secretary or equivalent official.

Classified Briefings

The bill includes provisions for providing classified briefings to members of Congress upon request. These briefings will cover sensitive facilities and properties related to critical infrastructure and national security.

Purpose of the Bill

The overall goal of this legislation is to enhance the security and oversight of critical infrastructure in the United States by ensuring that government agencies systematically evaluate and report on facilities that may pose a risk to national security or involve critical infrastructure concerns.

Impact on Existing Structures

The amendments to the Defense Production Act aim to better identify and manage risks associated with facilities that are crucial to national security and public welfare, thereby potentially leading to strengthened protections and oversight of sensitive government operations and infrastructure.

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