This bill mandates that the Secret Service record all communications between agents deployed for the protection of individuals entitled to security under federal law. This requirement aims to enhance accountability and provide a detailed record of operational communications during protective assignments. The recordings are generally deleted after 90 days , but this period can be extended. Upon request from specific Congressional committees, such as the Committees on Appropriations or Judiciary, the recordings must be retained for a minimum of 18 months . Furthermore, in the event of an attempt to harm or actual harm to a protected person, these recordings must be made available to these designated committees, ensuring comprehensive oversight and investigation into critical incidents.
Secret Service Recording Accountability Act of 2024
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law Enforcement
Secret Service Recording Accountability Act of 2025
USA119th CongressHR-4364| House
| Updated: 7/14/2025
This bill mandates that the Secret Service record all communications between agents deployed for the protection of individuals entitled to security under federal law. This requirement aims to enhance accountability and provide a detailed record of operational communications during protective assignments. The recordings are generally deleted after 90 days , but this period can be extended. Upon request from specific Congressional committees, such as the Committees on Appropriations or Judiciary, the recordings must be retained for a minimum of 18 months . Furthermore, in the event of an attempt to harm or actual harm to a protected person, these recordings must be made available to these designated committees, ensuring comprehensive oversight and investigation into critical incidents.