Bill Clinton: “1999 October 20, 1998 Today I have signed into law H.R. 3694, the ``Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year…”

“1999 October 20, 1998 Today I have signed into law H.R. 3694, the ``Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1999.'' The Act authorizes Fiscal Year 1999 appropriations for U.S. intelligence and intelligence-related activities. The Act is the product of the dedication and effort of many people in Congress and my Administration. I believe that the Act will help our Nation maintain a strong intelligence capability and preserve the safety and security of our country. I am pleased that the Act provides enhanced protective authority for CIA personnel and family members. This is extremely important given the continuing terrorist threat against U.S. citizens and interests. I also note that the Act names the CIA Headquarters Compound in Langley, Virginia, the ``George Bush Center for Intelligence.'' This is an appropriate and well-deserved tribute to former President Bush. Sections 601 and 602 of the Act enhance significantly our ability to conduct effective counterintelligence and international terrorism investigations. In addition, section 604 expands the Government's ability to conduct wiretaps when investigating a broad range of Federal felonies. The Attorney General will develop comprehensive guidelines and minimization procedures for the use of this expanded authority and will amend procedures currently contained in the manual for United States Attorneys to provide appropriate protection for the rights of Americans.…”