Rep. Gaetz bill to make it illegal for clearance holder to publicly disclose that they have a security clearance

Gaetz To Introduce Legislation To Combat ‘Widespread Abuse’ Of National Security Clearances

HENRY RODGERS
CHIEF NATIONAL CORRESPONDENT

October 06, 2023

Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz will introduce legislation Thursday morning that would, among other things, prevent individuals from publicly disclosing whether they have a national security clearance.

The Daily Caller first obtained a copy of the bill, which is titled the “Security Clearance Revolving Door Act of 2023.” The legislation would classify the act of publicly disclosing a national security clearance as a federal misdemeanor, with a penalty of up to a year in prison and up to a $1,000 fine per offense…

EXCLUSIVE: Gaetz To Introduce Legislation To Combat ‘Widespread Abuse’ Of National Security Clearances | The Daily Caller

Whatever the motivation, this seems like a no-brainer.

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I saw another article that says this does not include listing security clearance status on job applications.

Anyway, more political theater.

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True , Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz has no brains

Even if they could pass that, which they can’t, it would be unenforceable.

No words, but since this requires 20 characters- I’m pretty sure there are more pressing matters to spend tax dollars on.

When has that ever stopped them from pursuing whatever hare-brained scheme they’ve dreamed up.

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No brains…but he does have a penchant for underage girls. Such an embarrassing member of congress. Hope the people of NW FL can choose better next time.

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