Hearing on Expanding the Executive Protective Service (1974)
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
The hearing addresses the legislative process for expanding federal security forces responsible for protecting the White House and foreign diplomatic missions in Washington, D.C.
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Executive Protective Service
The agency would see a change in its total authorized personnel size if the bill is enacted.
Federal government
The government would be responsible for the funding and management of the expanded security force.
Last recorded activity July 20, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on March 21, 1974, by the Subcommittee on Public Buildings and Grounds.
- The subject of the hearing was H.R. 13072, a bill to increase the size of the Executive Protective Service.
- The hearing occurred during the second session of the 93rd Congress.
- The Executive Protective Service is the agency responsible for security at the White House and foreign diplomatic missions.
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Why It Matters
The hearing addresses the legislative process for expanding federal security forces responsible for protecting the White House and foreign diplomatic missions in Washington, D.C.
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Expansion of Federal Security
The document reflects a mid-1970s legislative effort to increase the capacity of federal protective services.
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