Intelligence Community Inspector General Parity Act of 2026
To amend the National Security Act of 1947 to provide the Office of the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community with law enforcement authority, and for other purposes.
HB9209 aims to amend the National Security Act of 1947 by granting the Office of the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community law enforcement authority. This bill seeks to enhance oversight and accountability within the intelligence community by empowering the Inspector General to carry out law enforcement duties. It would affect federal employees and officials within the intelligence community, providing them with more robust oversight and investigative capabilities.
The bill was introduced on June 9, 2026, and has been referred to the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. These committees will review the bill and determine its next steps in the legislative process. As of now, the bill is in the initial stages of consideration.
Recent actions include its introduction in the House and its referral to relevant committees. Moving forward, the bill will likely undergo further review, debate, and potential amendments before any votes or further legislative actions take place.
