Event
On Thursday, 30 April 2026, the President signed into law Bill S. 4465. The legislation amends the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978.
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The White House confirms the enactment of the measure on Thursday, 30 April 2026, marking a significant shift in the legal framework for foreign intelligence gathering.
Background
On 30 April 2026, the President signed Bill S. 4465 into law. The legislation amends the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities granted under Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) of 1978. Title VII generally governs the surveillance of foreign powers and their agents. This legislative action occurs alongside other major 2026 developments, including the signing of a continuing resolution to fund the government through September 2026 and the continuation of King Charles III's state visit to the US following a separate security incident at a White House dinner.
On 30 April 2026, the President signed Bill S. 4465 into law. The legislation amends the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities granted under Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) of 1978. Title VII generally governs the surveillance of fore
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What does Bill S. 4465 do? It amends the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978. What is Title VII of FISA? It generally relates to the surveillance of foreign powers and their agents. When does the
White House Briefings & Statements | Primary source confirming the signing date, bill number, title, and purpose of the legislation.
27 April 2026: King Charles III and Queen Camilla begin a four-day state visit to the US; a shooting occurs at a White House dinner attended by President Donald Trump, but the itinerary proceeds as planned. 30 April 2026: The President signs Bill S. 4465 into law, amending the FI
Timeline
King Charles III and Queen Camilla begin a four-day state visit to the US; a shooting occurs at a White House dinner attended by President Donald Trump, but the itinerary proceeds as planned.
The President signs Bill S. 4465 into law, amending the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend Title VII authorities.
The President signs a continuing resolution providing consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending 30 September 2026.
FAQ
It amends the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of Title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978.
It generally relates to the surveillance of foreign powers and their agents.
The continuing resolution signed on 30 April 2026 funds the government through 30 September 2026.
Yes, Buckingham Palace confirmed the visit would proceed as planned despite the security incident.
It provides further consolidated appropriations to fund government operations for the remainder of the fiscal year 2026.
No, the legislation is a continuing resolution and a stopgap measure to prevent a government shutdown.
The available sources do not specify the exact amount of funding included in the act.
The sources do not detail the specific departments included in the consolidated appropriations.