Bill · S. 4712· Senate(119-S-4712)
Intelligence Community Inspector General Parity Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 6/9/2026
- Last activity
- 6/9/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence.
- Sponsored by
- Chuck Grassley
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Intelligence Community Inspector General Parity Act of 2026. It was introduced in the Senate on June 9, 2026. The main purpose of the bill is to amend the National Security Act of 1947. Specifically, it gives the Office of the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community law enforcement authority.
Yes
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5
Equipping the Inspector General with law enforcement authority strengthens oversight and investigative capabilities within the intelligence community.
Does this give the federal government more power?+2
The bill grants additional law enforcement authority to the Office of the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2 gives the Office of the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community law enforcement authority by applying section 406(f) of title 5, United States Code. This could be seen as positive because it equips the office with the official tools needed to properly investigate matters.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+5Increases Federal Power+2
- 6/9/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence.
- Introduced in Senate
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