George W. Maschke wrote on May 11^th, 2017 at 4:15am:

While in principle, I think less reliance on polygraphy is desirable, I cannot support this legislation.

Right on, Sir.

The principle being that any use of the polygraph results by themselves, to make a determination about one’s credibility, is an abusive policy.  The polygraph “test” is inherently probabilistic and laced with subjective conjecture.  Allowing it to be used - at all - is a national disgrace.

So, if this Bill passes, you can get a waiver to the polygraph if you’re a:

1) Certified cop for 3 years, not currently under investigation and have completed a polygraph in the last ten years, or
2) Federal law enforcement officer for 3 years, not under investigation, hold a “Tier 4/5” background investigation, or
3) Active duty, Reserve, or a veteran of the Armed Forces for at least 3 years, holds, or has held within the past 5 years at least a secret clearance, “Tier 4/5” background investigation, and has received or is eligible to receive an honorable discharge.

The reason for this Bill, is because too many people are failing to “successfully complete” the polygraph.  Right?  WTF? 

I love the name too – Anti-Border Corruption Act.  The corruption is actually between the burgeoning polygraph industry and the senior officials in the Offices of Security.

I think these congresspeople have had a whiff of what’s going on.  At least they’re willing to raise a bullshit flag.  Let’s write letters, email the crap out of them, use twitter and other social media to call attention to this problem.  Part of the Education step that Doug Williams professes.

If anyone can find contact info for the following, please post to this thread:

Ms. MCSALLY, Mr. MCCAUL, Mr. HURD, Mr. CARTER of Texas, Mr. CUELLAR, Mr. ROE of Tennessee, and Mr. VELA.

The bill was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.