Washington, July 20 -- Congresswoman Kat Cammack issued the following press release:
Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03) today called on the House to immediately bring H.Res. 500 to the floor for a vote. The resolution would strengthen security standards for congressional staff by requiring criminal background checks and public disclosure of foreign government payments, contracts, and citizenship.
The renewed push comes as congressional staff security has drawn renewed public attention, underscoring the need for stronger vetting and transparency standards in the House of Representatives.
"Congressional staff handle Americans' most sensitive personal information every day, from Social Security numbers on casework files to veterans' records,...