A bill to protect integrity, fairness, and objectivity in decisions regarding access to classified information, and for other purposes.

This bill would overhaul how decisions about access to classified information are made, reviewed, and explained. It creates an exclusive, standardized process (with limited exceptions) for determining eligibility for security clearances and access to classified information, and it adds a formal right to appeal those decisions. The centerpiece is a two-tier appeals system: (1) an agency-level appeal with an independent review panel, and (2) a higher-level review by a Security Executive Agent (SEA). The bill requires transparency through publication of processes and final decisions (with redactions) and mandates timely reviews (generally within 180 days). It also grants the right to counsel, access to relevant documents, and potential compensation if a denial or revocation was improper. The proposal is designed to improve fairness, consistency, and public accountability in clearance decisions, while preserving existing DoD and EO 10865 procedures. Overall, it expands due-process protections for individuals seeking access to classified information and strengthens oversight over the clearance process.