The "Secret Service Prioritization Act of 2025" directs the transfer of specific investigative responsibilities from the United States Secret Service (USSS) to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). These transferred functions include the authority to detect and arrest individuals violating federal laws related to financial crimes, such as counterfeiting , fraud against federally insured financial institutions , and offenses concerning U.S. and foreign government coins, obligations, and securities. The bill explicitly states that the USSS will retain its core protective mission, specifically its authority to detect and arrest persons making threats against the President and other protected individuals. To ensure a smooth transition, the legislation outlines various transitional authorities, allowing USSS officials to assist the FBI in preparing for the integration of these functions and permitting other executive agencies to provide support. Upon the effective date, assets, functions, and obligations connected to these investigative duties will be reallocated to the FBI. The bill also includes comprehensive savings provisions, ensuring that existing administrative actions, pending legal proceedings, and civil actions remain unaffected by the transfer. Additionally, statutory reporting requirements tied to the transferred functions will continue to apply, and the FBI Director gains authority to manage employment for personnel associated with these new responsibilities, including direct hire authority for qualified candidates.
CurrencyFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Fraud offenses and financial crimesLaw enforcement administration and funding
Secret Service Prioritization Act of 2025
USA119th CongressHR-56| House
| Updated: 1/3/2025
The "Secret Service Prioritization Act of 2025" directs the transfer of specific investigative responsibilities from the United States Secret Service (USSS) to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). These transferred functions include the authority to detect and arrest individuals violating federal laws related to financial crimes, such as counterfeiting , fraud against federally insured financial institutions , and offenses concerning U.S. and foreign government coins, obligations, and securities. The bill explicitly states that the USSS will retain its core protective mission, specifically its authority to detect and arrest persons making threats against the President and other protected individuals. To ensure a smooth transition, the legislation outlines various transitional authorities, allowing USSS officials to assist the FBI in preparing for the integration of these functions and permitting other executive agencies to provide support. Upon the effective date, assets, functions, and obligations connected to these investigative duties will be reallocated to the FBI. The bill also includes comprehensive savings provisions, ensuring that existing administrative actions, pending legal proceedings, and civil actions remain unaffected by the transfer. Additionally, statutory reporting requirements tied to the transferred functions will continue to apply, and the FBI Director gains authority to manage employment for personnel associated with these new responsibilities, including direct hire authority for qualified candidates.