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H. RES. 1227 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8369) to provide for the expeditious delivery of defense articles and defense services for Israel and other matters; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7530) to limit youth offender status in the District of Columbia to individuals 18 years of age or younger, to direct the Attorney General of the District of Columbia to establish and operate a publicly accessible website containing updated statistics on juvenile crime in the District of Columbia, to amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to prohibit the Council of the District of Columbia from enacting changes to existing criminal liability sentences, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7343) to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for the detention of certain aliens who commit assault against law enforcement officers; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8146) to require a report by the Attorney General on the impact the border crisis is having on law enforcement at the Federal, State, local, and Tribal level; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7581) to require the Attorney General to develop reports relating to violent attacks against law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 354) to amend title 18, United States Code, to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1213) a resolution regarding violence against law enforcement officers; and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1210) condemning the Biden border crisis and the tremendous burdens law enforcement officers face as a result.
May 15, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:2,950
H. RES. 1227 sets the rules for the House of Representatives to consider several bills and resolutions. H.R. 8369 focuses on delivering defense items to Israel quickly. H.R. 7530 addresses juvenile crime and sentencing in Washington D.C., limiting youth...
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The House of Representatives is planning how to talk about several important work ideas, like helping Israel quickly, dealing with young people who break the rules in Washington D.C., and making sure officers stay safe. They're also looking at reports about problems at the border and how these issues make work harder for police officers.
S. 3689 — To establish the Office to Enforce and Protect Against Child Sexual Exploitation.
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January 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:5,232
S. 3689 seeks to establish a new office within the Department of Justice focused on fighting child sexual exploitation. The bill outlines the creation of specific strategies and increased funding for various federal agencies and organizations, such as the FBI, to improve the...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to create a new team in the government to help stop bad people from hurting children. It plans to give money to schools and other places to help them do this and wants to make sure they do it right.
H. R. 7581 — To require the Attorney General to develop reports relating to violent attacks against law enforcement officers, and for other purposes.
March 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,091
H.R. 7581 aims to enhance the safety and wellness of law enforcement officers across the United States by requiring the Attorney General to create comprehensive reports about violent attacks against them. The bill mandates detailed data collection on assaults and ambushes,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7581 wants the government to make reports about bad things happening to police officers, like when they get hurt while working, and suggests ways to help keep them safe and happy.
H. R. 8332 — To prohibit student loan forgiveness for certain students, and for other purposes.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:857
H.R. 8332, titled the “No Student Loan Forgiveness for Antisemitic Criminals Act,” aims to prevent certain students from receiving Federal student loan forgiveness. The bill specifically targets students arrested for engaging in antisemitic activities, barring them from...
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H.R. 8332 is a bill that says students who get in trouble for doing something hurtful to Jewish people won't get help to pay back their student loans. Even if they aren't proven guilty, the schools and the government will work together to make sure these students don't get forgiveness, and schools can get in trouble if they don't share information or if they lie about it.
H. R. 8146 — An Act To require a report by the Attorney General on the impact the border crisis is having on law enforcement at the Federal, State, local, and Tribal level.
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May 20, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:686
H.R. 8146, known as the "Police Our Border Act," requires the Attorney General to report on how the border crisis impacts law enforcement at various levels across the United States. The bill outlines concerns about resource allocation, exposure to fentanyl, and the effects on...
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H.R. 8146 is a law asking the Attorney General to tell how the problems at the border affect police officers, like using up their stuff and making their jobs harder. It also wants to know how much money is being spent and how it might make police jobs tough to do.
S. RES. 898 — Recognizing the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children on its 40th anniversary.
November 19, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:200
S. RES. 898 is a resolution recognizing the 40th anniversary of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. It commends the Center for its vital work in assisting law enforcement and the public to locate missing children and combat child sexual exploitation. The...
Simple Explanation
The Senate wants to say a big thank you to an important group called the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. This group has been helping find lost kids and keep them safe for 40 years!
S. RES. 690 — Supporting the designation of May 15, 2024, as National Senior Fraud Awareness Day to raise awareness about the increasing number of fraudulent scams targeted at seniors in the United States, to encourage the implementation of policies to prevent those scams from happening, and to improve protections from those scams for seniors.
May 15, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:418
S. RES. 690 designates May 15, 2024, as "National Senior Fraud Awareness Day" to educate and raise awareness about the various scams targeted at seniors in the United States. This resolution highlights the increasing financial exploitation of individuals aged 65 and older,...
Simple Explanation
S. RES. 690 is a promise to make May 15, 2024, a special day to help people understand and stop bad guys who trick older people out of their money. It wants everyone to do their part in protecting our grandparents and senior friends from losing their savings.
S. RES. 577 — Recognizing and honoring Burnsville, Minnesota, law enforcement and first responders for their heroic actions.
March 06, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:231
S. RES. 577 is a resolution that recognizes and honors the law enforcement officers and first responders from Burnsville, Minnesota, for their brave actions. The resolution specifically honors Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge, and Firefighter/Paramedic Adam Finseth,...
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In Burnsville, Minnesota, some brave police officers and a firefighter tried to help people in danger, but it was very risky, and some of them got hurt or even died. This special message says "thank you" to them for being so brave and helps us remember those who were hurt or lost their lives trying to help others.
H. R. 8923 — To establish an Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within the Department of Justice’s Environment and Natural Resources Division, and for other purposes.
July 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:650
H.R. 8923, known as the “Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act of 2024,” proposes the creation of an Animal Cruelty Crimes Section within the Department of Justice’s Environment and Natural Resources Division. The purpose of this section is to enforce federal animal cruelty laws and...
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H.R. 8923, also known as the "Animal Cruelty Enforcement Act of 2024," aims to create a special team in the government's justice department that will be responsible for making sure people follow the rules about treating animals kindly. This team will also work with other groups to catch and report people who hurt animals.
S. 5317 — To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a review of the Homeland Security Information Network, and for other purposes.
November 14, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:392
S. 5317 aims to have the Comptroller General of the United States conduct a comprehensive review of the Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN). The bill requires a report to be submitted within one year, evaluating how HSIN is used by various law enforcement agencies...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants a special government helper to look closely at a big safety computer network used by police and then make sure it works well, doesn't cost too much, and keeps people's private info safe. The helper will tell everyone what they find in one year.
H. R. 8146 — To require a report by the Attorney General on the impact the border crisis is having on law enforcement at the Federal, State, local, and Tribal level.
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April 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:555
The Police Our Border Act of 2024, also known as H.R. 8146, aims to address the impact of the border crisis on law enforcement at various levels across the United States. It requires the Attorney General to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the...
Simple Explanation
The Police Our Border Act of 2024 wants a special report every year from the government to see how much help police need because of problems at the border. They want to know how these problems affect police officers and their resources, but they're using words that might make some people upset.
H. R. 8306 — To provide that silencers be treated the same as firearms accessories.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:845
H.R. 8306, known as the "Silencers Help Us Save Hearing Act" or "SHUSH Act," proposes that silencers be treated the same as other firearms accessories under U.S. law. The bill suggests modifying the Internal Revenue Code and the United States Code to eliminate additional taxes, registration,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8306 is a bill that wants to make silencers, which are tools that make guns quieter, easier to buy and use just like other gun parts, without extra rules or taxes. It would also stop states from making their own special rules about silencers.
S. 4955 — To strengthen the Department of Justice’s enforcement against trade-related crimes.
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August 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,406
The bill, S. 4955, aims to improve the Department of Justice's ability to investigate and prosecute crimes related to international trade. It proposes the establishment of a dedicated task force within the Department of Justice to focus on federal violations such as evasion...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to help the Department of Justice catch people who cheat in international trade by creating a special group to investigate and stop these crimes, giving them $20 million to do their job well.
H. R. 7382 — To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to include an additional permissible use of amounts provided as grants under the Byrne JAG program, and for other purposes.
February 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:289
H. R. 7382 aims to update the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. It introduces a new, permissible way to use funds from the Byrne JAG program, specifically to support programs that fight human trafficking. This includes initiatives focused on reducing the...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 7382 wants to change a law so that some money given to help fight crime can also be used to stop human trafficking, like reducing the need for people being trafficked.
H. R. 9261 — To protect certain victims of human trafficking by expanding the authority of the Secretary of Homeland Security to grant such aliens continued presence in the United States.
August 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,161
H. R. 9261, also known as the "Continued Presence Improvement Act," aims to expand the powers of the Secretary of Homeland Security to support victims of human trafficking in the U.S. The bill allows victims, upon application by a law enforcement official, to stay in the country while...
Simple Explanation
The Continued Presence Improvement Act is a special rule that helps people who are in the U.S. because they were hurt by bad people who made them do things they didn't want to. It lets them stay here and work while police figure out what happened, and it tries to keep them safe from getting in trouble while they are here.
S. RES. 543 — To express the sense of the Senate regarding the constitutional right of State Governors to repel the dangerous ongoing invasion across the United States southern border.
February 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:295
S. RES. 543 expresses the Senate's view that state governors have the constitutional authority to repel what is described as an ongoing invasion at the southern border of the United States. The resolution points to various actions and policies of President Biden and his administration,...
Simple Explanation
The Senate thinks that the governors of the states near the southern part of the U.S. should be allowed to protect their states from what they call lots of people coming in from another country without permission, and they believe the President's actions are not helping.
S. 4534 — To establish a national human trafficking database at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and to incentivize certain State law enforcement agencies to report data to the database.
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June 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,075
S. 4534, also known as the "National Human Trafficking Database Act," aims to create a national human trafficking database managed by the FBI. It encourages state law enforcement agencies to collect and report data related to human trafficking by offering financial grants....
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make a big list at the FBI about people being hurt or made to work against their will, and it encourages states to share information by giving them money. It promises to keep people's secrets safe while tracking these serious issues.
H. R. 8146 — To require a report by the Attorney General on the impact the border crisis is having on law enforcement at the Federal, State, local, and Tribal level.
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May 06, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:722
H.R. 8146, also known as the “Police Our Border Act,” seeks to have the Attorney General submit a report to Congress about the effects of the border crisis on law enforcement at various levels—Federal, State, local, and Tribal. The bill outlines several findings, including...
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H.R. 8146 wants the Attorney General to tell Congress how the problem at the border is affecting police officers by looking at things like their safety and how much money is being spent. Some people say the way the bill talks about the problem might not be fair, so it needs to be very clear about what information it needs to avoid confusion.
H. R. 8871 — To develop a scenario-based training curriculum for law enforcement personnel, and for other purposes.
June 27, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,072
H. R. 8871 aims to create a scenario-based training curriculum for law enforcement officers to help them improve community relations and handle high-stress situations. The bill directs the Attorney General to develop this curriculum and, starting one year after its enactment,...
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H. R. 8871 is a plan to help police officers practice how to be friends with people in their community and stay calm in tough situations, by creating special training activities and giving money to others who can teach this too.
H. R. 4639 — To amend section 2702 of title 18, United States Code, to prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value, to address communications and records in the possession of intermediary internet service providers, and for other purposes.
April 15, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:3,419
H.R. 4639, known as the “Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act,” aims to amend section 2702 of title 18, United States Code. The bill seeks to prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from buying subscriber or customer records without proper legal procedures. It...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 4639 is like a rule that says the police and spy people can't buy your computer or phone records without following special rules to keep things fair, and it tells internet helpers how to handle your messages and info correctly.
H. R. 7581 — An Act To require the Attorney General to develop reports relating to violent attacks against law enforcement officers, and for other purposes.
May 15, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:2,043
H. R. 7581 is aimed at improving the safety and wellness of law enforcement officers in the United States by requiring the Attorney General to create detailed reports on violent attacks against them. The Act mandates the collection and analysis of data related to these...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 7581 is a bill that wants to keep police officers safe by asking the Attorney General to find out why they are attacked and what can be done to help them, including looking at their mental health.
H. RES. 1218 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress recognizes the unseen sacrifices and countless contributions of the Southwest Florida law enforcement community.
May 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:236
H. RES. 1218 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives acknowledging the efforts and sacrifices of law enforcement officers in Southwest Florida. The House of Representatives expresses its gratitude and appreciation for the officers' dedication to keeping the community safe...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1218 is a special thank-you note from the House of Representatives to police officers in Southwest Florida, telling them how much their hard work and bravery are appreciated, especially during a week when everyone celebrates and honors police officers.
H. RES. 1211 — Condemning the violent, anti-American and anti-Israel protests that are occurring on campuses of institutions of higher education nationwide.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:218
H. RES. 1211 is a resolution presented in the House of Representatives condemning violent protests that are perceived as anti-American and anti-Israel, happening on college campuses across the United States. The resolution acknowledges the protests as a reaction to Israel's...
Simple Explanation
This is a message from some lawmakers saying they don't like the scary protests happening at colleges where people are saying mean things about the United States and Israel. They also thank people who tried to keep the American flag safe during these protests.
S. RES. 528 — Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2024 as National Stalking Awareness Month.
January 23, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:273
S. RES. 528 is a resolution put forth by the U.S. Senate to designate January 2024 as "National Stalking Awareness Month." The resolution aims to raise awareness about stalking, highlight its impact on victims, and encourage preventative measures. It acknowledges the efforts...
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In January 2024, people are being asked to learn more about stalking, which is when someone follows or harasses another person, to help keep everyone safe and support those who have been hurt by it. This is like a special month to say, "Let's all pay attention to this problem and find ways to stop it together!"
H. CON. RES. 106 — Expressing support for local law enforcement officers and condemning efforts to defund local law enforcement agencies.
May 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:171
H. CON. RES. 106 is a resolution expressing support for local law enforcement officers and opposing efforts to reduce their funding. It highlights the dedication and service of officers who work to ensure public safety and uphold the law. The resolution appreciates the...
Simple Explanation
This resolution is like a thank-you note from the government saying they appreciate police officers and don't agree with the idea of giving them less money to do their jobs. It talks about how important it is for police and the people in their communities to get along well.
H. R. 6823 — To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require providers of a covered service to provide location information concerning the telecommunications device of a user of such service to an investigative or law enforcement officer or an employee or other agent of a public safety answering point in an emergency situation involving risk of death or serious physical harm or in order to respond to the user’s call for emergency services.
December 14, 2023
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,308
The H. R. 6823, also known as the "Kelsey Smith Act," proposes an amendment to the Communications Act of 1934. It requires service providers to share the location information of a user's telecommunications device with law enforcement or public safety officials during...
Simple Explanation
The Kelsey Smith Act is a proposal to make a rule that says phone companies must help police and emergency workers find people quickly in real emergencies, like if someone is very hurt or in danger, by sharing the location of their phone. This is to help keep people safe, but it also makes it important to be careful about people's privacy.
S. 4560 — To amend title 54, United States Code, to provide that State law shall apply to the use of motor vehicles on roads within a System unit.
June 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:383
S. 4560 proposes an amendment to title 54 of the United States Code, allowing state law to govern the use of motor vehicles, including off-highway vehicles, on roads within System units, which are areas administered by the National Park Service. The bill defines "off-highway...
Simple Explanation
S. 4560 is a plan that says each state's rules about driving cars should be followed in national park areas, but using different rules in each place might confuse people and make it hard for everyone to follow them.
H. CON. RES. 83 — Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.
May 09, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:589
H. CON. RES. 83 allows the Grand Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police to hold two public events on the Capitol Grounds in May 2024. These events include the 43rd Annual National Peace Officers Memorial Service to honor officers who died in 2023 and the National Honor Guard...
Simple Explanation
H. CON. RES. 83 says it's okay for a group of police officers to hold special events on a big lawn near an important building in Washington, D.C. to honor their friends who passed away. The events are open for everyone, and the people planning them have to pay for everything and follow safety rules.
S. RES. 697 — Designating the week of May 12 through May 18, 2024, as National Police Week.
May 16, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:604
The Senate adopted Resolution S. RES. 697 to designate the week of May 12 through May 18, 2024, as National Police Week. This resolution honors law enforcement officers across the United States who serve with courage and integrity, recognizing those who have died or been injured in the line...
Simple Explanation
In 2024, the Senate agreed to make May 12 to May 18 National Police Week to say thank you to police officers who keep us safe and remember those who got hurt or lost their lives doing their jobs. It also reminds us to give officers the tools they need to do their work safely.
H. RES. 1408 — Recognizing August 6, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.
August 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:232
H. RES. 1408 is a resolution recognizing August 6 as National Night Out, a day dedicated to fostering stronger relationships between community members and local law enforcement to enhance public safety. The resolution highlights the long-standing tradition of National Night...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1408 is all about celebrating a special day called National Night Out on August 6, where people come together with police officers to make neighborhoods safe and friendly for everyone. This helps people learn about how to stay safe while having fun with their community.
H. R. 8429 — To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to authorize the use of Byrne-JAG grants for the purchase of disaster response and tactical vehicles.
May 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:582
H.R. 8429 seeks to change the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to allow grants to be used for buying specific vehicles. The bill specifies that funds can be used to purchase armored vehicles, disaster response vehicles, command and control vehicles, and tactical vehicles for...
Simple Explanation
Imagine law enforcement needs special vehicles, like big trucks to help in emergencies. This bill allows them to use a specific kind of funding to buy those special vehicles, even if some rules made before might have stopped them from doing so.
H. RES. 1120 — Condemning Joanne Chesimard and those who celebrate her and her actions, and honoring the law enforcement members killed by her and groups she was connected to.
April 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:386
H. RES. 1120 is a resolution that condemns Joanne Chesimard, also known as Assata Shakur, for her involvement in criminal activities, including the murder of New Jersey State Trooper Werner Foerster. The resolution honors the law enforcement officers who were killed due to her actions and the...
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Joanne Chesimard, also known as Assata Shakur, is a person the U.S. Congress wants to bring back from Cuba because they say she did bad things, like hurting a police officer. They want to honor the police officers who were affected by these acts and ask Cuba to send her back to the U.S. so she can face consequences.
S. 4339 — To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to establish a grant program for law enforcement agencies, and for other purposes.
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May 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:807
S. 4339, titled the "Restoring Law and Order Act of 2024," proposes changes to the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. The bill introduces a grant program to help law enforcement agencies by hiring officers, combating child trafficking, reducing violent crime,...
Simple Explanation
S. 4339 is a plan to help police do their jobs better by giving them money to hire more officers and stop bad things like crime and drug problems. It also wants to make sure rural areas get some of this money and checks how well the police use special kits to collect evidence.
S. 3466 — To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Comptroller General of the United States to submit to Congress reports regarding security and safety at facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
December 12, 2023
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,863
S. 3466 aims to improve safety and security at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities by requiring yearly surveys to collect information on security matters, analyze results, and propose actions for improvement. The bill mandates the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to...
Simple Explanation
S. 3466 is a bill that wants the people in charge of helping veterans to tell Congress how they keep their buildings safe for everyone, especially women veterans, and work better with local police to make sure everything stays secure.
H. CON. RES. 83 — Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.
March 11, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:595
H. CON. RES. 83 allows the Fraternal Order of Police to host two public events on the Capitol Grounds: the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition. The Memorial Service is set for May 15, 2024, to honor officers who died...
Simple Explanation
The bill lets police officers hold two special events at the Capitol to remember and honor officers who died while doing their jobs and to show off their talent with special music and ceremonies. The events are free for everyone and won't interrupt the work done at the Capitol.
S. 3879 — To require the Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards and Technology and the Administrator of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to develop a standard methodology for identifying the country of origin of red snapper imported into the United States, and for other purposes.
March 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:535
S. 3879, titled the “Illegal Red Snapper Enforcement Act,” aims to develop a standard methodology for determining the country of origin of red snapper imported into the United States. The bill mandates that the Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards and Technology and the Administrator of...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants the people in charge of checking fish to come up with a way to figure out where red snapper fish come from using special tools, so they can make sure only the right fish come to the U.S.
H. CON. RES. 83 — Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.
March 12, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:595
H. CON. RES. 83 allows the use of the Capitol Grounds in Washington, D.C., for the 43rd Annual National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition in May 2024. The events are organized by the Grand Lodge of the Fraternal Order of...
Simple Explanation
This bill lets police officers hold special events on the big lawn in front of the Capitol to remember brave police officers who have passed away and to put on music shows with bagpipes. The events are free for everyone to attend, and the police group has to pay for everything and make sure it doesn’t get in the way of the government's work.
S. RES. 752 — Expressing the condolences of the Senate and honoring the memory of the victims on the second anniversary of the mass shooting at the Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, on July 4, 2022.
July 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:302
Senate Resolution 752 expresses the condolences of the Senate and remembers the victims of the mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, in 2022, which resulted in seven deaths and numerous injuries. The resolution honors the lives of those who were...
Simple Explanation
The Senate wrote a special message to say they are sorry about the sad event when people were hurt and died at a parade on July 4th in 2022. They also thank the brave helpers and remind everyone why it's important to care about stopping bad things like this from happening.
S. 5015 — To provide for the hiring and training of certain personnel at the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
September 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:771
S. 5015, also known as the “Renewed Hope Act of 2024,” proposes to enhance the hiring and training of personnel at the Department of Homeland Security. The bill mandates the hiring of additional forensic analysts and child exploitation investigators to support the...
Simple Explanation
The Renewed Hope Act of 2024 is a plan to hire and teach special helpers at the Department of Homeland Security so they can better find and help kids who are in dangerous situations.
H. RES. 1229 — Supporting the designation of May 15, 2024, as National Senior Fraud Awareness Day to raise awareness about the increasing number of fraudulent scams targeted at seniors in the United States, to encourage the implementation of policies to prevent those scams from happening, and to improve protections from those scams for seniors.
May 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:384
H. RES. 1229 proposes the establishment of "National Senior Fraud Awareness Day" on May 15, 2024, to highlight the increasing scams targeting elderly individuals in the United States. The resolution acknowledges the significant financial losses seniors face from various types of fraud and...
Simple Explanation
May 15, 2024, will be called National Senior Fraud Awareness Day to help people learn about bad guys who try to trick older folks out of their money. This special day wants everyone to know these tricks exist so we can all help protect grandmas and grandpas from losing money to these sneaky scams.
S. 3900 — To prohibit no-knock warrants, and for other purposes.
March 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:268
S. 3900 aims to ban the use of no-knock warrants by law enforcement officers. Under this bill, federal officers must identify themselves and state their purpose before executing a warrant. Similarly, beginning in the first fiscal year after the bill is enacted, state and...
Simple Explanation
S. 3900 is a law that says police can't use special surprise visits, called no-knock warrants, to enter homes without knocking. They have to say who they are and why they're there before going inside, so people know what's happening.
H. R. 7909 — To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that aliens who have been convicted of or who have committed sex offenses or domestic violence are inadmissible and deportable.
September 06, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:839
H.R. 7909, titled the “Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act,” seeks to change the Immigration and Nationality Act to make certain non-citizens inadmissible and deportable if they have been convicted of or admit to committing sex offenses, domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, or...
Simple Explanation
This bill says that people who are not from the U.S. and have done bad things like hurting others at home or acting inappropriately, cannot come into the country or have to leave if they are already here. It uses rules from other laws to decide what kinds of bad actions count.
H. R. 5717 — An Act To provide that sanctuary jurisdictions that provide benefits to aliens who are present in the United States without lawful status under the immigration laws are ineligible for Federal funds intended to benefit such aliens.
September 20, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:605
H.R. 5717, titled the "No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act," aims to prevent sanctuary jurisdictions from receiving federal funds meant for aliens without lawful status in the U.S. A sanctuary jurisdiction is defined as any state or political subdivision that restricts...
Simple Explanation
The bill says that if a city or state doesn't help the government with information about people who are not legally supposed to be in the country, they can't get certain money meant to help those people. But it also says that places won't be punished if they're trying to protect people who need help, like victims or witnesses of crimes.
H. R. 8675 — To require the Transportation Security Administration conduct a study relating to the digitization of the law enforcement officer flying armed checkpoint data collection process, and for other purposes.
June 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:382
H. R. 8675, titled the “Repair of the National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System Act of 2024”, aims to mandate the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to study the process of digitizing data collection for law enforcement officers who fly armed. The study...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants the TSA to figure out how to use computers to keep track of police officers who fly with their weapons, to make this work easier and faster. But the bill doesn’t say how much this will cost, how long it will take, or exactly what needs to be done.
S. RES. 752 — Expressing the condolences of the Senate and honoring the memory of the victims on the second anniversary of the mass shooting at the Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, on July 4, 2022.
August 01, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:315
The resolution S. RES. 752 expresses the Senate's condolences and honors the memory of the seven victims who lost their lives in the mass shooting during the Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, on July 4, 2022. It acknowledges the injuries suffered by dozens of individuals and...
Simple Explanation
The Senate wants to say they are sorry to the families of the people hurt or killed in a bad event during a parade in Illinois two years ago, and they want to say thank you to the helpers like police and doctors. They also want to let everyone know they care about people who have faced scary things like this.
H. R. 8610 — To reauthorize and reform counter-unmanned aircraft system authorities, to improve transparency, security, safety, and accountability related to such authorities, and for other purposes.
September 20, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:14,028
H.R. 8610, known as the "Counter-UAS Authority Security, Safety, and Reauthorization Act," seeks to update and extend existing laws concerning counter-unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to enhance their transparency, security, safety, and accountability. The bill outlines roles for various...
Simple Explanation
Imagine flying toy drones are everywhere, and some are causing trouble. This bill wants to make sure the people who stop the naughty drones follow rules, work together, and keep everyone safe, like superheroes who also care about everyone's privacy and rights.
H. RES. 1038 — Recognizing and honoring Burnsville, Minnesota, law enforcement and first responders for their heroic actions.
February 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:255
H. RES. 1038 is a resolution recognizing and honoring law enforcement officers and first responders from Burnsville, Minnesota, for their bravery and heroism. It specifically acknowledges the sacrifice of Police Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1038 is a special message from Congress saying thank you to the police officers and firefighters from Burnsville, Minnesota, who were very brave and risked their lives to help people. It also reminds everyone to remember and support the heroes who help keep us safe every day.
S. 3763 — To direct the Attorney General to establish a grant program to establish, implement, and administer violent incident clearance and technology investigative methods, and for other purposes.
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February 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,353
The bill, known as the "Violent Incident Clearance and Technological Investigative Methods Act of 2024" or the "VICTIM Act of 2024," directs the Attorney General to create a grant program to improve the investigation of violent crimes like homicides and shootings. It aims to help law...
Simple Explanation
The VICTIM Act of 2024 is a plan where the government gives money to police to help them solve more serious crimes, like when someone hurts others. The money will help them get new tools, hire more people, and support those who have been hurt, but there are some concerns about how the money will be used and who will get it.
S. RES. 877 — Designating the week of October 6, 2024, through October 12, 2024, as National Community Policing Week.
September 25, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:188
S. RES. 877 is a resolution in the United States Senate that designates the week from October 6, 2024, to October 12, 2024, as "National Community Policing Week." The resolution emphasizes the importance of developing strong relationships based on trust and respect between...
Simple Explanation
This resolution is like picking a special week in October to remind everyone how important it is for police and people in a community to talk to each other and work together nicely, so everyone feels safe and happy where they live.
H. R. 9954 — To prohibit use of remote biometric surveillance technology on any data acquired by body-worn cameras of law enforcement officers, and for other purposes.
October 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,219
H.R. 9954 aims to ban the use of facial recognition and other remote biometric surveillance technologies on data collected by body-worn cameras used by law enforcement officers. It argues that such technologies pose threats to civil rights, often misidentifying individuals,...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to stop the police from using special technology that can recognize faces or capture other personal details from videos recorded by cameras they wear, to help protect people's privacy. It also asks states to follow similar rules if they want to get federal money.
H. R. 9728 — To require the Attorney General to issue rules pertaining to the collection and compilation of data on the use of deadly force by law enforcement officers.
September 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:954
H.R. 9728, titled the "National Statistics on Deadly Force Transparency Act of 2024," seeks to improve how data is collected on the use of deadly force by law enforcement officers in the U.S. The bill mandates the Attorney General to issue regulations for gathering detailed...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9728 wants to make sure we have more information about when and why police officers use serious force, like guns, but without sharing people's personal details. If places don't share this information properly, they might get less money from certain types of support.
S. 3564 — To amend title 40, United States Code, to include Indian Tribes among entities that may receive Federal surplus real property for certain purposes, and for other purposes.
May 22, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,402
The bill S. 3564 aims to amend title 40 of the United States Code to allow Indian Tribes to receive surplus federal real property, similar to states and other entities. The amendments propose defining the term "Indian Tribe" consistently with existing U.S. legislation and...
Simple Explanation
The bill lets Native American Tribes get extra government buildings and land that aren't being used anymore, just like states can, so they can use them for things like jails or police stations.
H. RES. 1023 — Requiring Members of the House of Representatives to serve one shift in a passenger seat of a law enforcement vehicle observing the work day of a local law enforcement officer once during each term as a Member of the House, and for other purposes.
February 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:453
H. RES. 1023, known as the "Ride-Along Resolution," requires that each Member of the House of Representatives participate in a ride-along with a local law enforcement officer within their congressional district at least once during their term. The resolution mandates that the...
Simple Explanation
The "Ride-Along Resolution" wants House members to spend a day working alongside a police officer in their area at least once while they are in office. If they don't do this, their names will be made public.
H. R. 4639 — An Act To amend section 2702 of title 18, United States Code, to prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value, to address communications and records in the possession of intermediary internet service providers, and for other purposes.
April 18, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,351
The "Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act" (H.R. 4639) aims to protect the privacy of individuals' information that is held by data brokers and intermediaries. It prohibits law enforcement and intelligence agencies from buying or otherwise exchanging anything of value for customer records...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like a rule that says police and spy agencies can't buy your personal information from companies and must follow special rules to get it the right way, so they don't peek at your stuff without permission.
H. R. 9051 — To amend the Public Health Service Act to expand trauma-informed training for law enforcement personnel related to sexual assault cases, and for other purposes.
July 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:837
H.R. 9051, titled the “Compassionate Assault Response and Empathy Act of 2024,” proposes amendments to the Public Health Service Act to enhance trauma-informed training for law enforcement officers dealing with sexual assault cases. The bill authorizes the Secretary to...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9051 is a plan to help police officers be better at helping people who have been hurt by bad people, giving them special classes so they can be kinder and more understanding. The plan gives money to police groups so they can teach their officers to better help victims without making them feel worse.
H. R. 7074 — To affirm the State of Texas’s right to implement operational protections along the southern border, to authorize the State to construct a physical border wall in areas where the international border is not adequately protected with physical barriers, and to allow reimbursement from the Federal Government.
January 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:662
H.R. 7074, also known as the "State of Texas Operational Protections Act" or the "STOP Act," aims to give Texas the authority to enforce safety measures along the southern border. The bill outlines Texas's right to construct physical barriers, like walls and fences, in areas...
Simple Explanation
The "STOP Act" lets Texas build walls and use more police on its southern border for safety. It also says Texas can ask the U.S. government to pay back the money spent on these actions.
H. R. 4639 — An Act To amend section 2702 of title 18, United States Code, to prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from obtaining subscriber or customer records in exchange for anything of value, to address communications and records in the possession of intermediary internet service providers, and for other purposes.
April 17, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:3,402
H.R. 4639, known as the "Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act," seeks to prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from purchasing subscriber or customer records from third parties without proper legal authorization. The bill prohibits these agencies from using or sharing any such...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like a rule that says police and spy agencies can't buy or use people's secrets from the internet without following the law. It also makes sure that companies that help people get online cannot give away private messages without a good reason.
H. R. 8183 — To direct the Attorney General to convene a national working group to study proactive strategies and needed resources for the identification and rescue of children from sexual exploitation and abuse, and for other purposes.
April 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:4,068
H.R. 8183, titled the "Child Rescue Act," directs the Attorney General to establish a national working group to discuss strategies and resources for identifying and rescuing children from sexual exploitation and abuse. The working group will gather data, develop estimates,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8183, called the "Child Rescue Act," is about getting smart people together to figure out how we can save kids from being hurt by bad people, and they will share their ideas with others who can help.
H. R. 9246 — To provide for grants for States that require sensitivity training for law enforcement officers of that State and to incentivize States to enact laws requiring the independent investigation and prosecution of the use of deadly force by law enforcement officers, and for other purposes.
August 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:881
H. R. 9246, also known as the “Police Training and Independent Review Act of 2024,” proposes to provide grants to states that require sensitivity training for law enforcement officers and mandate independent investigations into cases where officers use deadly force. The bill mandates that law...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 9246 is a plan to give money to states that make police officers go through special training to be more understanding and fair, especially when dealing with different kinds of people. It also says that if a police officer uses a lot of force, an outsider should look into what happened to make sure everything is fair.
H. R. 9480 — To permit State, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies that receive eligible Federal grant funds to use such funds for investigating senior financial fraud, pig butchering, and general financial fraud, and to clarify that Federal law enforcement agencies may assist State, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies in the use of tracing tools for blockchain and related technology, and for other purposes.
September 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,213
H.R. 9480, known as the “Empowering Law Enforcement to Combat Financial Fraud Act,” aims to allow State, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies that receive certain Federal grant funds to use these funds to investigate crimes like senior financial fraud, pig butchering,...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like giving special money to police so they can catch bad people who trick old folks or anyone with their money, and it helps them figure out computer secrets to find these bad people. It also makes sure they tell grown-ups in charge how they used the money to catch the bad guys.
H. RES. 1210 — Condemning the Biden border crisis and the tremendous burdens law enforcement officers face as a result.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:331
H. RES. 1210 is a resolution from the U.S. House of Representatives that condemns the Biden administration's handling of border security, which it claims has led to a major border crisis. The resolution argues that the policies of the Biden administration, including those of President Biden...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, the people in charge are upset because they think the rules at the border are not being handled well, making it hard for police officers to do their jobs. They're asking the leaders to do better and help the officers who are keeping everyone safe.
H. R. 8005 — To establish the Commission of Experts on Child Exploitation and Artificial Intelligence.
April 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,035
H. R. 8005 seeks to create a "Commission of Experts on Child Exploitation and Artificial Intelligence." This Commission will explore and provide recommendations on how law enforcement can better tackle child exploitation crimes involving artificial intelligence. It will make...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 8005 wants to create a special team of smart people to find better ways to stop bad stuff happening to kids online with the help of computers. They will talk, think, and then tell some grown-ups in charge what they should do to fix this problem.
S. 2248 — To require a pilot program on the use of big data analytics to identify vessels evading sanctions and export controls and to require a report on the availability in the United States of emerging and foundational technologies subject to export controls.
December 09, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,363
S. 2248 aims to establish a pilot program using big data analytics to detect ships that might be bypassing sanctions and export rules. This program, overseen by the Department of Homeland Security, will leverage data to predict risks and assist law enforcement agencies both...
Simple Explanation
S. 2248 is like a special project where grown-ups use computers to catch ships doing sneaky things like breaking rules about what they can carry to other places. They will check if these plans help keep things safe without needing extra money.
H. RES. 1210 — Condemning the Biden border crisis and the tremendous burdens law enforcement officers face as a result.
May 15, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:204
H. RES. 1210 addresses the challenges faced by law enforcement officers due to the current border situation, which it attributes to changes in immigration policies under the Biden administration. The resolution condemns the border crisis and calls on the administration, as...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1210 is about how some people think there are problems at the border because of choices made by President Biden, and they are asking everyone to help police officers who work really hard to keep things safe. But the way this is written makes it seem like blaming instead of solving, and it doesn’t say exactly what anyone should do to help.
S. RES. 921 — Remembering the December 6, 2019, terrorist attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola and commemorating those who lost their lives, and those who were injured, in the line of duty.
December 03, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:352
The resolution, known as S. RES. 921, is from the 118th Congress and commemorates the 5-year anniversary of the December 6, 2019, terrorist attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola. It honors the three servicemembers who lost their lives and the individuals injured, recognizing them and others...
Simple Explanation
This resolution remembers the heroes and victims of a bad event that happened 5 years ago at a military base called Naval Air Station Pensacola. It honors those who helped and got hurt, thanks helpers like police, and talks about making sure bases are safer now.
H. R. 7629 — To facilitate the implementation of security measures undertaken by the United States Postal Service, and for other purposes.
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March 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:647
H. R. 7629, titled the “Protect Our Letter Carriers Act of 2024,” aims to enhance security measures for the United States Postal Service (USPS) and its employees. It expresses the need to protect postal workers from violence and calls for the Attorney General to prosecute...
Simple Explanation
The Protect Our Letter Carriers Act of 2024 is about making postal workers safer by spending money to buy safer mailboxes and better keys, while also making sure that people who harm them face stronger punishment, similar to if they were hurting a police officer.
S. RES. 672 — Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.
May 02, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:409
The resolution S. RES. 672 in the 118th Congress acknowledges and supports the aims of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. It highlights the alarming rates of sexual violence in various communities across the United States, emphasizing the need for...
Simple Explanation
The people in charge want everyone to be more aware of how they can stop bad things from happening to others and to help those who have been hurt. They think it's important to say thank you to the people who are already helping and want everyone to be better at helping too.
H. R. 9620 — To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to authorize a grant program to assist State and local law enforcement agencies in purchasing body-worn cameras and securely storing and maintaining recorded data for law enforcement officers.
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September 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,818
H.R. 9620, titled the “Police Creating Accountability by Making Effective Recording Available Act of 2024,” aims to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to create a grant program for body-worn cameras for law enforcement. The bill provides funding to...
Simple Explanation
The "Police Creating Accountability by Making Effective Recording Available Act of 2024" is a plan to help police officers get cameras they wear on their uniforms to record what they do, and it also helps them keep the videos safe and secure. The plan gives money to police departments to buy these cameras, but there are some questions about how the money is given out and if privacy is protected.
H. CON. RES. 106 — Expressing support for local law enforcement officers and condemning efforts to defund local law enforcement agencies.
May 14, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:141
H. CON. RES. 106 is a resolution from the 118th Congress expressing support for local law enforcement officers. It acknowledges the dedication and service of law enforcement in maintaining public safety and upholding the law. The resolution shows gratitude to the officers and...
Simple Explanation
H. CON. RES. 106 is about saying "thank you" to police officers for their hard work and telling people it's not a good idea to take money away from the police. It wants everyone to get along with the officers who help keep us safe.
H. R. 7398 — To ensure the ability of public safety officers to retain their right to free speech on matters related to public safety, working conditions, and other matters.
February 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:820
H.R. 7398, known as the “Public Safety Free Speech Act,” aims to protect the free speech rights of public safety officers, such as law enforcement officials and firefighters, on topics related to their work conditions and public safety without fear of retaliation from their...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7398 is a bill that wants to make sure police officers and firefighters can talk about their jobs and safety without getting in trouble at work, as long as they aren't working, and they aren't being mean or unsafe when they talk.
S. RES. 692 — Supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2024, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.
May 15, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:393
S. RES. 692 supports the goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2024, aiming to increase awareness about the dangers of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills, especially among families and young people. The resolution highlights the prevalence of counterfeit pills in the United States and...
Simple Explanation
In May 2024, there's a special day called National Fentanyl Awareness Day to help people learn about dangerous fake pills that look like medicine but aren't safe. The goal is to help families and kids understand the risks so they can stay safe and healthy.
S. 5317 — To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a review of the Homeland Security Information Network, and for other purposes.
December 19, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:810
S. 5317, titled the “Streamlining Law Enforcement Information Sharing Act,” requires the Comptroller General of the United States to review the Homeland Security Information Network within a year of the bill's enactment. The report will assess how this network is used by...
Simple Explanation
S. 5317 wants a special checker to look at a big system that helps share important safety information. They want to see if it works well and keeps people's secrets safe, a bit like checking if a favorite toy is still the best and safest one to play with.

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