The bill says the Secretary of State should delegate advance approval for certain communication interceptions by Diplomatic Security special agents to the Assistant Secretary for Diplomatic Security or the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary. The interceptions must support the agents’ duties and follow existing federal requirements. Within 90 days of enactment, the Secretary should update the Foreign Affairs Manual to reflect the delegation.
The bill would change who can give advance approval for these investigations. It does not describe a direct effect on the public. It says the change is intended to help agents obtain timely approval and support accountability and public confidence.
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The bill states that allowing Diplomatic Security agents to make recordings like other federal law enforcement agencies can support accountability and public confidence. It also says the current approval process can delay access to important investigative information.
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