German Government to Amend Security Check Law
Berlin, December 6, 2024 (hib) – The German government has presented a draft law to amend the Security Check Act. The aim is to improve the security of critical infrastructure and to better protect sensitive information from espionage and sabotage.
The draft law provides for several changes to the existing law. In particular, the circle of persons who are subject to a security check will be expanded to include those who have access to classified information within the framework of their employment or assignment. Security checks will also be carried out at regular intervals in the future to ensure that the security requirements continue to be met.
In addition, the draft law aims to improve the exchange of information between authorities. The Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) will be given a central role in this regard. The BSI will be responsible for coordinating the exchange of information and for providing support to authorities in carrying out security checks.
The draft law has been submitted to the German parliament. It is expected to be debated and voted on in the coming weeks.
Background
The Security Check Act has been in force since 2017. It regulates the procedure for security checks of persons who have access to classified information or who perform activities of particular importance for the security of the Federal Republic of Germany.
In recent years, there have been increasing calls to amend the law. This is due, among other things, to the increasing threat of espionage and sabotage by foreign intelligence services.
Criticism of the draft law
The draft law has been met with criticism from some quarters. Critics argue that the law is too far-reaching and that it will lead to unnecessary burdens on businesses and individuals. Others argue that the BSI should not be given such a central role in the security check process.
Next steps
The draft law is currently being debated in the German parliament. It is expected to be voted on in the coming weeks.
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