What does Preamble of DHS CANDOR Act do?

This bill proposes to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002. The proposed amendment would require a Department of Homeland Security-wide policy for public communications. The bill is intended 'for other purposes' beyond the public communications policy.

What does SHORT TITLE. of DHS CANDOR Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Department of Homeland Security Communications, Accuracy, Neutrality, Disclosure, Oversight, and Review Act

What does DHS PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS POLICY. of DHS CANDOR Act do?

This section amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a Department-wide public communications policy. The policy requires the Secretary to issue guidelines within 90 days of enactment to improve the accuracy, utility, objectivity, and integrity of public-facing communications. Department personnel must avoid misleading statements and ensure rapid correction of inaccurate information. The policy references several legal requirements, including the Data Quality Act, the Hatch Act, and provisions related to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and civil rights. Department components may develop their own policies aligned with the Department-wide policy, subject to review. Department personnel using personal social media accounts must not represent personal views as Department positions or disclose non-public information. The Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs will oversee Department social media use and ensure accounts meet specific criteria, including approval and archiving. All Department personnel are required to receive annual training on social media and public communications, including relevant laws and ethics rules. The Inspector General will audit the Department's compliance with this policy and issue recommendations for improvement.

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DHS CANDOR Act

Last updated: 6/8/2026 · Introduced: 6/8/2026

Author: Shri Thanedar (D-MI)

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The bill mandates a Department of Homeland Security-wide policy to ensure accuracy, utility, objectivity, and integrity in public communications.
Department personnel are prohibited from representing personal views as official positions or disclosing non-public information on social media.
The Inspector General will conduct annual audits to assess the Department's compliance with the new public communications policy.

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