H.R. 8035: the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act

This bill, known as the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act, aims to extend certain provisions of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) that relate to electronic surveillance and intelligence gathering by the U.S. government. Here’s a breakdown of the main points of the bill:

1. Extension of FISA Title VII Authorities

The bill proposes to extend the authorities outlined in Title VII of the FISA until October 20, 2027. This means that the provisions related to intelligence gathering and electronic surveillance that were set to expire will now remain in effect for a longer period.

2. Changes to Repeal Date

The bill amends existing law to change the language concerning the repeal date of these authorities. Specifically, it replaces the previously established two-year timeline with a definitive date of October 20, 2027, for when Title VII will be repealed.

3. Amendments to Transition Procedures

The bill also alters the transition procedures that were set in place during prior reauthorizations of FISA. This includes updating references in existing law to reflect the new repeal date, ensuring all relevant provisions align with the extended timeline.

4. Effective Date of the Amendments

The changes proposed by this bill would take effect either upon the enactment of the law or on April 19, 2026, whichever comes first.

5. Legislative Process

The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to both the Judiciary Committee and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence for further consideration.

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