Homeland Security Capabilities Preservation Reporting Act of 2026
Homeland Security: Tracking Cities That Lose Anti-Terrorism Grants
This bill was recently introduced and is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Homeland Security. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and is not yet scheduled for a vote. The bill is considered active as it moves through the committee review phase.
Legislative Progress
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Key Points
- This bill requires the government to provide regular updates on cities that no longer qualify for federal anti-terrorism grants. A new report would be due every three years to check on these areas.
- The Urban Area Security Initiative gives money to high-risk cities to help them prevent and respond to attacks. If a city's risk level drops, they may lose this financial support.
- Lawmakers want to know if these cities can still maintain their security systems and training without federal help. This ensures that past investments in local safety do not go to waste.
- These reports will help Congress see if cities are losing important safety tools. This information could be used to change how the government decides which cities get security money in the future.
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Introduced in House
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Source Information
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Homeland Security Capabilities Preservation Reporting Act of 2026
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