Work closely with colleagues to ensure rigorous oversight of Section 702 reauthorization and prevent abuse by the administration.

I remain committed to working closely with my colleagues to ensure rigorous oversight that does not allow for the possibility of abuse by this Administration.

Himes commits to continued oversight of the FISA Section 702 program and efforts to prevent abuse by the administration.

Himes Statement on House Passage of FISA 702 Reauthorization | Congressman Jim Himes
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Himes said he offered an amendment to require DOJ court approval before FBI queries involving U.S. persons, political organizations, and nonprofits, with limited exceptions.

Himes took a concrete oversight step by proposing tighter court-approval requirements for Section 702 queries.

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Ranking Member Himes Offers Amendment to FISA Section 702 | Press Releases | Congressman Jim Himes
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The House record says Democrats led by Ranking Member Himes were diligent in pushing for reforms to Section 702 that would strengthen protections while preserving needed tools.

Official floor debate credits Himes with actively pushing Section 702 reform and oversight protections during reauthorization.

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CREC-2026-04-29-pt1-PgH3160.pdf
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The White House said the President signed S. 4465 into law, extending Title VII authorities of FISA, which includes Section 702 reauthorization.

Section 702 reauthorization was enacted, confirming the underlying legislative effort succeeded in the same term.

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Congressional Bill S. 4465 Signed into Law
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