Department of Homeland Security Data Framework Act of 2018
Latest action (19 Dec 2018): Became Public Law No: 115-331.
What this bill does
The Department of Homeland Security Data Framework Act of 2018 directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a data framework. This framework aims to integrate existing datasets and systems within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to allow authorized personnel to access information. The act requires DHS to issue guidance for employees accessing and contributing to this framework, emphasizing a duty to share information for mission needs. It also mandates the creation of data standards to make information available in a machine-readable format.
This legislation affects employees of the Department of Homeland Security. Access to the framework will be limited to employees with the appropriate security clearance, who are assigned to functions requiring such access, and who have received training. The Secretary of Homeland Security can exclude certain information from the framework, such as data that could jeopardize sources or compromise investigations. The framework must also include capabilities for auditing, identifying insider threats, and safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.
The bill has been enacted into law, having been signed by the President on December 19, 2018. DHS is required to ensure the framework can include necessary information for critical mission operations within two years of the enactment date. The Secretary must also provide regular updates to Congress on the framework's status until it is fully operational and annually brief Congress on its use to support operations against terrorist activities.
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Timeline
19 Dec 2018
Became Public Law No: 115-331.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 2454 do?
- The Department of Homeland Security Data Framework Act of 2018 directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a data framework. This framework aims to integrate existing datasets and systems within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to allow authorized personnel to access information. The act requires DHS to issue guidance for employees accessing and contributing to this framework, emphasizing a duty to share information for mission needs. It also mandates the creation of data standards to make information available in a machine-readable format. This legislation affects employees of the Department of Homeland Security. Access to the framework will be limited to employees with the appropriate security clearance, who are assigned to functions requiring such access, and who have received training. The Secretary of Homeland Security can exclude certain information from the framework, such as data that could jeopardize sources or compromise investigations. The framework must also include capabilities for auditing, identifying insider threats, and safeguarding privacy and civil liberties. The bill has been enacted into law, having been signed by the President on December 19, 2018. DHS is required to ensure the framework can include necessary information for critical mission operations within two years of the enactment date. The Secretary must also provide regular updates to Congress on the framework's status until it is fully operational and annually brief Congress on its use to support operations against terrorist activities.
- Has H.R. 2454 become law?
- Yes. H.R. 2454 has been enacted. Status last updated 19 Dec 2018.
- Who sponsored H.R. 2454?
- H.R. 2454 was sponsored by Rep. Hurd, Will [R-TX-23] (R-TX), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 2454?
- Became Public Law No: 115-331. (19 Dec 2018).
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