Congress·Reported·H.R. 6481

Federal Building Emergency Alert Rules

Federal Building Threat Notification Act

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This bill, introduced by Representative Stanton, requires the government to create clear rules for how to alert people about emergencies in federal buildings. These rules would cover "life safety events" like fires, natural disasters, or police emergencies.
Two government agencies, the General Services Administration and the Federal Protective Service, would have one year to develop these new communication plans. The plans must include the best ways to warn people about threats and give them clear instructions on what to do.
Local security teams at each federal building would be responsible for making sure these new alert systems are used. This ensures that every building has a specific plan tailored to its needs to keep workers and visitors safe.
Within 18 months of the law passing, officials must send a report to Congress explaining the new safety steps they have put in place. This helps make sure the government is actually following through on the new security requirements.

5 milestones8 actions

Mar 16, 2026House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 476.

Mar 16, 2026House

Reported by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Rept. 119-553.

Dec 18, 2025House

Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

Dec 18, 2025House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Dec 18, 2025House

Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Discharged

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Congressional Bill

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Federal Building Threat Notification Act

Bill NumberHR 6481

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 476.

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