H.R. 7448: Modernizing and Improving the National Terrorism Advisory System Act of 2026

This bill, known as the Modernizing and Improving the National Terrorism Advisory System Act of 2026, aims to update and enhance the National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS). The key components of the bill include:

1. Development of a Modernization Strategy

The Secretary of Homeland Security is required to submit a strategy to modernize the NTAS within one year of the bill's enactment. This strategy will include various considerations to improve the effectiveness and communication of the system.

2. Key Considerations for the Strategy

The strategy must take into account the following:

• Designated Oversight: Establishment of a specific office or official within the Department of Homeland Security to oversee the NTAS.
• Criteria and Protocols: Development of clear criteria, protocols, and standard operating procedures for issuing and terminating NTAS bulletins and alerts.
• Public Accessibility: Ensuring that NTAS bulletins and alerts are easily accessible and usable by the public.
• Effectiveness Assessment: Evaluating how well the current NTAS communicates timely and detailed information regarding potential terrorism threats to the public.
• Impact on Law Enforcement: Analyzing how NTAS bulletins and alerts support federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement and emergency responders in preparing for and responding to terrorism threats.
• Maximizing Reach: Exploring mechanisms to make sure NTAS bulletins and alerts reach the widest audience possible.

3. Engagement with Stakeholders

In creating the modernization strategy, the Secretary is expected to engage with a variety of groups, including:

• Individuals
• Stakeholders
• Private sector representatives
• Federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement and emergency responders

This engagement will help gather feedback and options for improving the NTAS.

4. Accountability Through Review

Within two years of the bill's enactment, the Comptroller General of the United States will submit a report assessing the implementation of the modernization strategy to the relevant congressional committees.

5. Purpose of the Bill

The overall aim of this bill is to enhance the National Terrorism Advisory System to ensure it effectively communicates potential threats to the public and aids law enforcement agencies in their response efforts.

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