This bill directs the Comptroller General of the United States, who leads the Government Accountability Office, to conduct a formal review of the Homeland Security Information Network, a system used to share information among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies. The review must examine how the network is used for information sharing, compare its effectiveness against similar tools like the FBI's JusticeConnect system, and assess the network's overall costs and efficiency. It also requires an evaluation of whether current policies adequately protect individuals' civil rights, civil liberties, and privacy. The Comptroller General must complete this report within one year of the bill becoming law and submit it to relevant homeland security and intelligence committees in both the House and Senate. The legislation primarily affects federal agencies and law enforcement partners who use this information-sharing network, aiming to identify improvements and ensure taxpayer resources are being used effectively.
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