What new body was created by Executive Order 13467 to oversee improvements to the federal personnel vetting process?

• A. Federal Vetting Board
• B. Office of Management and Budget
• C. National Security Council
• D. Performance Accountability Council

Answer: (D)

The key idea here is identifying which body a presidential order created to oversee improvements to how the federal government handles personnel vetting. Executive Order 13467 established a cross-agency group called the Performance Accountability Council to coordinate and oversee reforms to the federal personnel security and background investigation process. This council is tasked with driving reform across agencies, ensuring accountability for implementing changes, and coordinating efforts to make the process more efficient and consistent while preserving security. The other entities listed either do not fit this specific role or are broader organizations not designated to lead vetting improvements under this order.