H.R. 9115 seeks to amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 by extending the authorities outlined in Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) of 1978. This likely involves provisions related to surveillance and intelligence gathering on foreign entities and individuals, aiming to enhance national security measures.
Supporters of H.R. 9115 argue that extending these surveillance authorities is crucial for maintaining national security and protecting the United States from foreign threats. They highlight that the bill provides necessary tools for intelligence agencies to effectively monitor and respond to potential risks.
Critics of H.R. 9115 express concerns about the potential for abuse of surveillance powers and the erosion of civil liberties. They argue that extending these authorities without adequate oversight could lead to violations of privacy rights and unjustified monitoring of individuals.
All donations are from employees of Applied Materials, Inc., a company that may have interests in surveillance technologies. However, the amounts are relatively small and do not indicate a high risk of conflict of interest.
Top industries and organizations funding Clay Higgins, from FEC data.
Source: FEC campaign finance records
