H.R. 901: Research Security and Accountability in DHS Act
This bill, titled the Research Security and Accountability in DHS Act, aims to enhance the protection of sensitive research and development information within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The key components of the bill are as follows:
Safeguarding Sensitive Research
The bill requires the Under Secretary of the Science and Technology Directorate of DHS to create a Department-wide policy and process that ensures research and development activities are secure from unauthorized access and the disclosure of sensitive information. This policy must be developed in coordination with appropriate agency officials.
Compliance Report
Within one year of the bill's enactment, the Comptroller General of the United States must submit a report to both the House and Senate Homeland Security committees. This report will detail how DHS has adhered to National Security Presidential Memorandum–33 (NSPM–33) and the 2022 implementation guidance from the National Science and Technology Council. The report will cover:
- Compliance with disclosure requirements in NSPM–33 and how violation reports are handled by relevant executive agencies, including the intelligence community.
- Coordination and adherence to guidelines established by various agencies, including the National Science Foundation and the National Science Technology Council.
- The role of the Science and Technology Directorate in establishing a security framework for research and development projects within DHS.
Congressional Briefing
The Secretary of Homeland Security is also required to provide a briefing to the House and Senate Homeland Security committees within 90 days of the bill's enactment. This briefing will focus on the development of policies and processes for safeguarding DHS's research and development efforts as mandated by the new policy established by the bill.
Summary
Overall, this legislation is designed to improve the security of research and development within the DHS, ensuring that sensitive information is well-guarded and that the agency is in compliance with national policies regarding research security.
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
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| Mar. 11, 2025 | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. |
| Mar. 10, 2025 | At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. |
| Mar. 10, 2025 | Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1058-1059) |
| Mar. 10, 2025 | Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1051-1052) |
| Mar. 10, 2025 | DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 901. |
| Mar. 10, 2025 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| Mar. 10, 2025 | Mr. Green (TN) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. |
| Mar. 10, 2025 | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 1 (Roll no. 64). (text: CR H1051) |
| Mar. 10, 2025 | Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 410 - 1 (Roll no. 64). (text: CR H1051) |
| Jan. 31, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Jan. 31, 2025 | Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. |
| Jan. 31, 2025 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology. |
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