House Report 116–720 — Legislative and Oversight Activities, Committee on Homeland Security (January 2, 2021)
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House Report 116–720, Union Calendar No. 604, is the Legislative and Oversight Activities of the Committee on Homeland Security report for the 116th Congress, dated January 2, 2021, with a transmittal letter from Chairman Bennie G. Thompson. The overview states that the committee met on January 30, 2019, for an organizational meeting, with membership set at 31 Members (18 Democrats and 13 Republicans) and later updated to 32 Members (18 Democrats and 14 Republicans). It states that the committee established six subcommittees. The closing Summary of Committee Activities lists 255 total bills referred to the committee and 303 total persons testifying.
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Union Calendar No. 604
116TH CONGRESS REPORT
" HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES !
2d Session 116–720
LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES
OF THE
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
116TH CONGRESS
JANUARY 2, 2021.—Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on
the State of the Union and ordered to be printed
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LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES
OF THE COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
116TH CONGRESS
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Union Calendar No. 604
116TH CONGRESS REPORT
" HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES !
2d Session 116–720
LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES
OF THE
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
116TH CONGRESS
JANUARY 2, 2021.—Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on
the State of the Union and ordered to be printed
U.S. GOVERNMENT PUBLISHING OFFICE
42–840 WASHINGTON : 2021
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LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY,
Washington, DC, January 2, 2021.
Hon. CHERYL L. JOHNSON,
Clerk of the House of Representatives,
The Capitol, Washington, DC.
DEAR MS. JOHNSON: Pursuant to Rule X and clause 1(d) of Rule
XI of the Rules of the House of Representatives, attached please
find the report of the legislative and oversight activities of the
Committee on Homeland Security during the 116th Congress.
Sincerely,
BENNIE G. THOMPSON,
Chairman.
(III)
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CONTENTS
Page
Jurisdiction ............................................................................................................... 3
Membership and Organization ............................................................................... 5
History ...................................................................................................................... 7
Legislative Activities of the Committee ................................................................. 19
Oversight Activities ................................................................................................. 89
Full Committee ................................................................................................. 89
Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations ................. 113
Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innova-
tion ................................................................................................................. 123
Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery ........ 133
Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism .................................... 141
Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability ................... 151
Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security ............................. 157
Committee Oversight Plan
Part A, Oversight Plan as Agreed to .............................................................. 165
Part B, Implementation of the Oversight Plan .............................................. 173
Appendices
Appendix I—Committee Rules ........................................................................ 185
Appendix II—Membership Changes to the Committee ................................. 197
Appendix III—List of Public Laws .................................................................. 203
Appendix IV—Committee Legislative Reports ............................................... 205
Appendix V—Executive Communications, Memorials, and Presidential
Messages ........................................................................................................ 213
Appendix VI—Committee Staff ....................................................................... 217
Appendix VII—Witnesses ................................................................................ 221
Appendix VIII—Printed Hearings ................................................................... 241
Appendix IX—Committee Prints ..................................................................... 247
Appendix X—Summary of Community Activities .......................................... 249
(V)
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Union Calendar No. 604
116TH CONGRESS REPORT
" HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES !
2d Session 116–720
LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES OF THE
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
JANUARY 2, 2021.—Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State
of the Union and ordered to be printed
Mr. THOMPSON, from the Committee on Homeland Security,
submitted the following
R E P O R T
OVERVIEW
The Committee on Homeland Security met on January 30, 2019,
for an organizational meeting for the 116th Congress under the di-
rection of Chairman Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi. The Com-
mittee Membership was set at 31 Members with 18 Democrats and
13 Republicans. Subsequently, the Committee Membership was up-
dated to 32 Members with 18 Democrats and 14 Republicans.
The Committee established six subcommittees: The Sub-
committee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations; the
Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and In-
novation; the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Re-
sponse, and Recovery; the Subcommittee on Intelligence and
Counterterrorism; the Subcommittee on Oversight, Management,
and Accountability; and the Subcommittee on Transportation and
Maritime Security.
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JURISDICTION
The Committee on Homeland Security was re-established in the
116th Congress pursuant to H. Res. 6, the Rules of the House of
Representatives for the 116th Congress, agreed to on January 9,
2019. The jurisdiction of the Committee is as follows:
HOUSE RULE X
ORGANIZATION OF COMMITTEES
Committees and their legislative jurisdictions
1. There shall be in the House the following standing committees, each of which
shall have the jurisdiction and related functions assigned by this clause and clauses
2, 3, and 4. All bills, resolutions, and other matters relating to subjects within the
jurisdiction of the standing committees listed in this clause shall be referred to
those committees, in accordance with clause 2 of rule XII, as follows:
* * * * *
(j) Committee on Homeland Security.
(1) Overall homeland security policy.
(2) Organization, administration, and general management of the Department
of Homeland Security.
(3) Functions of the Department of Homeland Security relating to the following:
(A) Border and port security (except immigration policy and non-border en-
forcement).
(B) Customs (except customs revenue).
(C) Integration, analysis, and dissemination of homeland security information.
(D) Domestic preparedness for and collective response to terrorism.
(E) Research and development.
(F) Transportation security.
* * * * *
General oversight responsibilities
2. (a) The various standing committees shall have general oversight responsibil-
ities as provided in paragraph (b) in order to assist the House in
(1) its analysis, appraisal, and evaluation of—
(A) the application, administration, execution, and effectiveness of Federal
laws; and
(B) conditions and circumstances that may indicate the necessity or Desir-
ability of enacting new or additional legislation; and
(2) its formulation, consideration, and enactment of changes in Federal laws,
and of such additional legislation as may be necessary or appropriate.
(b)(1) In order to determine whether laws and programs addressing subjects
within the jurisdiction of a committee are being implemented and carried out in ac-
cordance with the intent of Congress and whether they should be continued, cur-
tailed, or eliminated, each standing committee (other than the Committee on Appro-
priations) shall review and study on a continuing basis—
(A) the application, administration, execution, and effectiveness of laws and
programs addressing subjects within its jurisdiction;
(B) the organization and operation of Federal agencies and entities having re-
sponsibilities for the administration and execution of laws and programs addressing
subjects within its jurisdiction;
(C) any conditions or circumstances that may indicate the necessity or desir-
ability of enacting new or additional legislation addressing subjects within its juris-
diction (whether or not a bill or resolution has been introduced with respect there-
to); and
(D) future research and forecasting on subjects within its jurisdiction.
(3)
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(2) Each committee to which subparagraph (1) applies having more than 20
members shall establish an oversight subcommittee, or require its subcommittees to
conduct oversight in their respective jurisdictions, to assist in carrying out its re-
sponsibilities under this clause. The establishment of an oversight subcommittee
does not limit the responsibility of a subcommittee with legislative jurisdiction in
carrying out its oversight responsibilities.
(c) Each standing committee shall review and study on a continuing basis the
impact or probable impact of tax policies affecting subjects within its jurisdiction as
described in clauses 1 and 3.
(d)(1) Not later than February 15 of the first session of a Congress, each stand-
ing committee shall, in a meeting that is open to the public and with a quorum
present, adopt its oversight plan for that Congress. Such plan shall be submitted
simultaneously to the Committee on Government Reform and to the Committee on
House Administration. In developing its plan each committee shall, to the maximum
extent feasible—
(A) consult with other committees that have jurisdiction over the same or re-
lated laws, programs, or agencies within its jurisdiction with the objective of ensur-
ing maximum coordination and cooperation among committees when conducting re-
views of such laws, programs, or agencies and include in its plan an explanation
of steps that have been or will be taken to ensure such coordination and coopera-
tion;
(B) review specific problems with Federal rules, regulations, statutes, and court
decisions that are ambiguous, arbitrary, or nonsensical, or that impose severe finan-
cial burdens on individuals;
(C) give priority consideration to including in its plan the review of those laws,
programs, or agencies operating under permanent budget authority or permanent
statutory authority;
(D) have a view toward ensuring that all significant laws, programs, or agencies
within its jurisdiction are subject to review every 10 years; and
(E) have a view toward insuring against duplication of Federal programs.
(2) Not later than March 31 in the first session of a Congress, after consultation
with the Speaker, the Majority Leader, and the Minority Leader, the Committee on
Government Reform shall report to the House the oversight plans submitted by
committees together with any recommendations that it, or the House leadership
group described above, may make to ensure the most effective coordination of over-
sight plans and otherwise to achieve the objectives of this clause.
(e) The Speaker, with the approval of the House, may appoint special ad hoc
oversight committees for the purpose of reviewing specific matters within the juris-
diction of two or more standing committees.
* * * * *
Special oversight functions
3. (g)(1) The Committee on Homeland Security shall review and study on a con-
tinuing basis all Government activities relating to homeland security, including the
interaction of all departments and agencies with the Department of Homeland Secu-
rity.
(2) In addition, the committee shall review and study on a primary and continuing
basis all Government activities, programs and organizations related to homeland se-
curity that fall within its primary legislative jurisdiction.
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MEMBERSHIP AND ORGANIZATION OF THE
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
(18–14)
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas MIKE ROGERS, Alabama
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island PETER T. KING, New York
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey MICHAEL T. MCCAUL, Texas
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York JOHN KATKO, New York
J. LUIS CORREA, California MARK WALKER, North Carolina
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
MAX ROSE, New York DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois MARK GREEN, Tennessee
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
DINA TITUS, Nevada JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey MIKE GARCIA, California
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida
VACANT
Appointment of Mr. Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi as Chair, and Mr.
Mike Rogers of Alabama as Ranking Minority Member on January 3,
2017, pursuant to H. Res. 24 and H. Res. 25, respectively.
Appointment of Majority and Minority Members of the Committee on January
23, 2019, pursuant to H. Res. 67 and H. Res. 68, respectively.
Resignation of Mr. John Ratcliffe of Texas from the Committee on September
25, 2019.
Appointment of Mr. Dan Bishop of North Carolina to the Committee on
September 26, 2019, pursuant to H. Res. 596.
Resignation of Mr. Van Taylor of Texas from the Committee on January
15, 2020. Appointment of Mr. Jefferson Van Drew of New Jersey to
the Committee on January 16, 2020, pursuant to H. Res. 801.
Appointment of Mr. Mike Garcia of California to the Committee on July
30, 2020, pursuant to H. Res. 1072.
Resignation of Mr. Cedric Richmond of Louisiana from the Committee on
September 22, 2020.
SUBCOMMITTEE ON BORDER SECURITY, FACILITATION, AND
OPERATIONS
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York, Chairwoman
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana, Ranking Member
J. LUIS CORREA, California DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
(5)
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SUBCOMMITTEE ON CYBERSECURITY, INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION,
AND INNOVATION
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois, Chairwoman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas JOHN KATKO, New York, Ranking Member
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island MARK WALKER, North Carolina
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan MARK GREEN, Tennessee
VACANT MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE, AND
RECOVERY
DONALD M. PAYNE JR., New Jersey, Chairman
MAX ROSE, New York PETER T. KING, New York, Ranking Member
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
VACANT MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTERTERRORISM
MAX ROSE, New York, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas MARK WALKER, North Carolina, Ranking
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island Member
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan PETER T. KING, New York
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MARK GREEN, Tennessee
MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT, AND ACCOUNTABILITY
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico, Chairwoman
DINA TITUS, Nevada DAN CRENSHAW, Texas, Ranking Member
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND MARITIME SECURITY
J. LUIS CORREA, California, Chairman
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
DINA TITUS, Nevada JOHN KATKO, New York
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California MARK GREEN, Tennessee
VAL BUTLER DEMING, Florida JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
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HISTORY OF THE COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND
SECURITY
SELECT COMMITTEES ON HOMELAND SECURITY
107th Congress
In the 107th Congress, the House Select Committee on Home-
land Security was established on June 19, 2002, pursuant to H.
Res. 449 (adopted by voice vote).
The Committee was composed of nine Members of the House: Mr.
Richard ‘‘Dick’’ Armey of Texas, Chairman; Mr. Thomas DeLay of
Texas; Mr. Julius Caesar ‘‘J.C.’’ Watts of Oklahoma; Ms. Deborah
Pryce of Ohio; Mr. Robert Portman of Ohio; Ms. Nancy Pelosi of
California; Mr. Jonas Martin Frost of Texas; Mr. Robert Menendez
of New Jersey; and Ms. Rosa L. DeLauro of Connecticut.
The mandate of the Select Committee in the 107th Congress was
to ‘‘develop recommendations and report to the House on such mat-
ters that relate to the establishment of a department of homeland
security.’’ The Select Committee accomplished its mandate on No-
vember 22, 2002, when the House concurred in the Senate amend-
ment to H.R. 5005, a bill establishing the Department of Homeland
Security, by unanimous consent, and cleared H.R. 5005 for the
President. The bill was presented to the President on November 22,
2002, and was signed on November 25, 2002, becoming Public Law
107–296.
The termination date of the House Select Committee on Home-
land Security was ‘‘after final disposition of a bill [ . . . ] including
final disposition of any veto message on such bill,’’ which occurred
on November 25, 2002.
Law Title Bill
Pub. L. 107–296 The Homeland Security Act of 2002 ..................................................... H.R. 5005
108th Congress
The second House Select Committee on Homeland Security was
established in the 108th Congress on January 7, 2003, pursuant to
provisions of H. Res. 5 (adopted by a recorded vote of 221 yeas and
203 nays).
The Membership of the Select Committee was established on
February 12, 2003, as: Mr. Christopher Cox of California, Chair-
man; Ms. Jennifer Dunn of Washington; Mr. Bill Young of Florida;
Mr. Don Young of Alaska; Mr. F. James Sensenbrenner, Jr. of Wis-
consin; Mr. Wilbert Joseph ‘‘Billy’’ Tauzin of Louisiana; Mr. David
Dreier of California; Mr. Duncan Hunter of California; Mr. Harold
Rogers of Kentucky; Mr. Sherwood Boehlert of New York; Mr.
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Lamar Smith of Texas; Mr. Wayne Curtis ‘‘Curt’’ Weldon of Penn-
sylvania; Mr. Christopher Shays of Connecticut; Mr. Porter J. Goss
of Florida; Mr. David Camp of Michigan; Mr. Lincoln Diaz-Balart
of Florida; Mr. Robert W. Goodlatte of Virginia; Mr. Ernest James
Istook, Jr. of Oklahoma; Mr. Peter T. King of New York; Mr. John
E. Linder of Georgia; Mr. John B. Shadegg of Arizona; Mr. Mark
E. Souder of Indiana; Mr. William McClellan ‘‘Mac’’ Thornberry of
Texas; Mr. James A. Gibbons of Nevada; Ms. Kay Granger of
Texas; Mr. Pete Sessions of Texas; Mr. John E. Sweeney of New
York; Mr. Jim Turner of Texas; Mr. Bennie G. Thompson of Mis-
sissippi; Ms. Loretta Sanchez of California; Mr. Edward J. Markey
of Massachusetts; Mr. Norman D. Dicks of Washington; Mr. Barney
Frank of Massachusetts; Ms. Jane Harman of California; Mr. Ben-
jamin L. Cardin of Maryland; Ms. Louise M. Slaughter of New
York; Mr. Peter A. DeFazio of Oregon; Mrs. Nita M. Lowey of New
York; Mr. Robert E. Andrews of New Jersey; Ms. Eleanor Holmes
Norton, a Delegate from the District of Columbia; Ms. Zoe Lofgren
of California; Ms. Karen McCarthy of Missouri; Ms. Sheila Jackson
Lee of Texas; Mr. Bill Pascrell, Jr. of New Jersey; Mrs. Donna M.
Christensen, a Delegate from the U.S. Virgin Islands; Mr. Bob
Etheridge of North Carolina; Mr. Charles Gonzalez of Texas; Mr.
Ken Lucas of Kentucky; Mr. James R. Langevin of Rhode Island;
and Mr. Kendrick B. Meek of Florida.
The Select Committee was authorized to develop recommenda-
tions and report to the House by bill or otherwise on such matters
that relate to the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (Public Law 107–
296) as may be referred to it by the Speaker, and was charged with
reviewing and studying on a continuing basis laws, programs, and
Government activities relating to homeland security. In addition,
the Select Committee was directed to conduct a thorough and com-
plete study of the operation and implementation of the Rules of the
House, including Rule X, with respect to the issue of homeland se-
curity, and submit its recommendations regarding any changes in
the Rules of the House to the Committee on Rules not later than
September 30, 2004.
On September 30, 2004, the Select Committee on Homeland Se-
curity submitted its recommendations on jurisdictional changes to
the Rules of the House of Representatives to the Committee on
Rules.
The Committee had six measures signed into law during the
108th Congress:
Law Title Bill
Pub. L. 108–136 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004 ... H.R. 1588★
Pub. L. 108–268 To provide for the transfer of the Nebraska Avenue Naval Complex in the District of H.R. 4322★
Columbia to facilitate the establishment of the headquarters for the Department
of Homeland Security, to provide for the acquisition by the Department of the
Navy of suitable replacement facilities.
Pub. L. 108–276 Project BioShield Act of 2004 ................................................................... S. 15 (H.R. 2122)
Pub. L. 108–293 Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2004 ....... H.R. 2443★
Pub. L. 108–330 Department of Homeland Security Financial Account- H.R. 4259
ability Act.
Pub. L. 108–458 Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 S. 2845 (H.R.
5223)
★ Indicates measures which were not referred directly to the Committee on Homeland Security.
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Pursuant to H. Res. 5, the Select Committee terminated on Janu-
ary 2, 2005, with the expiration of the 108th Congress.
COMMITTEES ON HOMELAND SECURITY
109th Congress
The 109th Congress marked the first Congress for the standing
Committee on Homeland Security. During the two previous Con-
gresses, the House of Representatives established separate Select
Committees on Homeland Security: the first to establish the De-
partment of Homeland Security, the second to monitor the initial
activities of the Department and to examine the need for a stand-
ing committee in the House with jurisdictional authority over mat-
ters relating to the issue of homeland security.
The Committee on Homeland Security was established as a
standing Committee of the House with the passage of H. Res. 5, on
January 4, 2005. The resolution was adopted by a recorded vote of
220 yeas and 195 nays.
The Committee Membership was set at 34 Members with 19 Re-
publicans and 15 Democrats. The following Members were ap-
pointed to the Committee on Homeland Security for all or part of
the Congress: Mr. Christopher Cox of California; Mr. Peter T. King
of New York; Mr. Don Young of Alaska; Mr. Lamar S. Smith of
Texas; Mr. Curt Weldon of Pennsylvania; Mr. Christopher Shays of
Connecticut; Mr. John Linder of Georgia; Mr. Mark E. Souder of
Indiana; Mr. Tom Davis of Virginia; Mr. Daniel E. Lungren of Cali-
fornia; Mr. Jim Gibbons of Nevada; Mr. Rob Simmons of Con-
necticut; Mr. Mike Rogers of Alabama; Mr. Stevan Pearce of New
Mexico; Ms. Katherine Harris of Florida; Mr. Bobby Jindal of Lou-
isiana; Mr. David G. Reichert of Washington; Mr. Michael T.
McCaul of Texas; Mr. Charles W. Dent of Pennsylvania; Ms. Ginny
Brown-Waite of Florida; Mr. Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi;
Ms. Loretta Sanchez of California; Mr. Edward J. Markey of Mas-
sachusetts; Mr. Norman D. Dicks of Washington; Ms. Jane Harman
of California; Mr. Peter A. DeFazio of Oregon; Ms. Nita M. Lowey
of New York; Ms. Eleanor Holmes Norton of District of Columbia;
Ms. Zoe Lofgren of California; Ms. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas; Mr.
Bill Pascrell of Jr., New Jersey; Ms. Donna M. Christensen of U.S.
Virgin Islands; Mr. Bob Etheridge of North Carolina; Mr. James R.
Langevin of Rhode Island; and Mr. Kendrick B. Meek of Florida.
On February 9, 2005, the Committee on Homeland Security
adopted its Rules, which provided for the establishment of five Sub-
committees. The Subcommittee on Prevention of Nuclear and Bio-
logical Attack; the Subcommittee on Intelligence, Information Shar-
ing, and Terrorism Risk Assessment; the Subcommittee on Eco-
nomic Security, Infrastructure Protection, and Cybersecurity; the
Subcommittee on Management, Integration, and Oversight; and the
Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Science, and Tech-
nology.
On October 7, 2005, the Committee revised its Rules to establish
a Subcommittee on Investigations.
The Committee had eight measures signed into law during the
109th Congress:
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Law Title Bill
Pub. L. 109–13 .. Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, H.R. 1268★
the Global War on Terror, and Tsunami Relief, 2005.
Pub. L. 109–59 .. Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Eq- H.R. 3★
uity Act: A Legacy for Users.
Pub. L. 109–163 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006 ... H.R. 1815★
Pub. L. 109–241 Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2006 ....... H.R. 889★
Pub. L. 109–295 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, H.R. 5441★
2007.
Pub. L. 109–347 SAFE Port Act ..................................................................................................... H.R. 4954
Pub. L. 109–364 John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for Fis- H.R. 5122★
cal Year 2007.
Pub. L. 109–367 Secure Fence Act of 2006 ............................................................................. H.R. 6061
★ Indicates measures which were not referred directly to the Committee on Homeland Security.
110th Congress
The Committee on Homeland Security continued as a standing
Committee pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 5, agreed to in the
House on January 4, 2007, by a record vote of 235 yeas and 195
nays.
The Committee on Homeland Security met on January 23, 2007,
for an organizational meeting for the 110th Congress under the di-
rection of Chairman Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi. The Com-
mittee Membership was set at 34 Members with 19 Democrats and
15 Republicans. The following Members were appointed to the
Committee on Homeland Security for all or part of the Congress:
Mr. Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi; Ms. Loretta Sanchez of
California; Mr. Edward J. Markey of Massachusetts; Mr. Norman
D. Dicks of Washington; Ms. Jane Harman of California; Mr. Peter
A. DeFazio of Oregon; Mrs. Nita M. Lowey of New York; Ms. Elea-
nor Holmes Norton, a Delegate from the District of Columbia; Ms.
Zoe Lofgren of California; Ms. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas; Mrs.
Donna M. Christensen, a Delegate from the U.S. Virgin Islands;
Mr. Bob Etheridge of North Carolina; Mr. James R. Langevin of
Rhode Island; Mr. Henry Cuellar of Texas; Mr. Christopher P. Car-
ney of Pennsylvania; Ms. Yvette D. Clarke of New York; Mr. Al
Green of Texas; Mr. Ed Perlmutter of Colorado; Mr. Bill Pascrell,
Jr. of New Jersey; Mr. Peter T. King of New York; Mr. Lamar
Smith of Texas; Mr. Christopher Shays of Connecticut; Mr. Mark
E. Souder of Indiana; Mr. Tom Davis of Virginia; Mr. Daniel E.
Lungren of California; Mr. Mike Rogers of Alabama; Mr. David G.
Reichert of Washington; Mr. Michael T. McCaul of Texas; Mr.
Charles W. Dent of Pennsylvania; Ms. Ginny Brown-Waite of Flor-
ida; Mr. Gus M. Bilirakis of Florida; Mr. David Davis of Tennessee;
Mr. Paul C. Broun of Georgia; Mrs. Candice S. Miller of Michigan;
Mrs. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee; Mr. Kevin McCarthy of Cali-
fornia; and Mr. Bobby Jindal of Louisiana.
The Committee established six Subcommittees: the Sub-
committee on Border, Maritime, and Global Counterterrorism; the
Subcommittee on Intelligence, Information Sharing, and Terrorism
Risk Assessment; the Subcommittee on Transportation Security
and Infrastructure Protection; the Subcommittee on Emerging
Threats, Cybersecurity, and Science and Technology; the Sub-
committee on Emergency Communications, Preparedness, and Re-
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sponse; and the Subcommittee on Management, Investigations, and
Oversight.
The Committee had four measures signed into law during the
110th Congress:
Laws Title Bill
Pub. L. 110–53 .... Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission H.R. 1
Act of 2007.
Pub. L. 110–181 .. National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 .. H.R. 4986★
(H.R. 1585)★
Pub. L. 110–388 .. A bill to provide for the appointment of the Chief Human S. 2816
Capital Officer of the Department of Homeland Secu-
rity by the Secretary of Homeland Security..
Pub. L. 110–412 .. Personnel Reimbursement for Intelligence Cooperation H.R. 6098
and Enhancement of Homeland Security Act of 2008.
★ Indicates measures which were not referred directly to the Committee on Homeland Security.
111th Congress
The Committee on Homeland Security continued as a standing
Committee pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 5, agreed to in the
House on January 6, 2009, by a record vote of 235 yeas and 195
nays.
The Committee on Homeland Security met on February 4, 2009,
for an organizational meeting for the 111th Congress under the di-
rection of Chairman Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi. The Com-
mittee Membership was set at 34 Members with 21 Democrats and
13 Republicans. The following Members were appointed to the
Committee on Homeland Security for all or part of the Congress:
Mr. Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi; Ms. Loretta Sanchez, of
California; Ms. Jane Harman of California; Mr. Peter A. DeFazio
of Oregon; Ms. Eleanor Holmes Norton a Delegate from the District
of Columbia; Ms. Zoe Lofgren of California; Ms. Sheila Jackson-Lee
of Texas; Mr. Henry Cuellar of Texas; Mr. Christopher P. Carney
of Pennsylvania; Ms. Yvette D. Clarke of New York; Ms. Laura
Richardson of California; Mrs. Ann Kirkpatrick of Arizona; Mr. Ben
Ray Lujan of New Mexico; Mr. Bill Pascrell, Jr. of New Jersey; Mr.
Emmanuel Cleaver of Missouri; Mr. Al Green of Texas; Mr. James
A. Himes of Connecticut; Ms. Mary Jo Kilroy of Ohio; Mr. Eric J.J.
Massa of New York; Ms. Dina Titus of Nevada; Mr. William L.
Owens of New York; Mr. Peter T. King of New York; Mr. Lamar
Smith of Texas; Mr. Mark E. Souder of Indiana; Mr. Daniel E. Lun-
gren of California; Mr. Mike Rogers of Alabama; Mr. Michael T.
McCaul of Texas; Mr. Charles W. Dent of Pennsylvania; Mr. Gus
M. Bilirakis of Florida; Mr. Paul C. Broun of Georgia; Mrs. Candice
S. Miller of Michigan; Mr. Pete Olson of Texas; Mr. Anh ‘‘Joseph’’
Cao of Louisiana; Mr. Steve Austria of Ohio; and Mr. Tom Graves
of Georgia.
The Committee established six subcommittees: the Subcommittee
on Border, Maritime, and Global Counterterrorism; the Sub-
committee on Intelligence, Information Sharing, and Terrorism
Risk Assessment; the Subcommittee on Transportation Security
and Infrastructure Protection; the Subcommittee on Emerging
Threats, Cybersecurity, and Science and Technology; the Sub-
committee on Emergency Communications, Preparedness, and Re-
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sponse; and the Subcommittee on Management, Investigations, and
Oversight.
The Committee had 14 measures signed into law during the
111th Congress:
Laws Title Bill
Pub. L. 111–84 .... National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 .. H.R. 2647★
Pub. L. 111–140 .. Nuclear Forensics and Attribution Act ............................................ H.R. 730
Pub. L. 111–145 .. United States Capitol Police Administrative Technical H.R. 1299
Corrections Act of 2009.
Pub. L. 111–198 .. Homebuyer Assistance and Improvement Act of 2010 ............ H.R. 5623
Pub. L. 111–207 .. Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2010 ............................. H.R. 3360
Pub. L. 111–245 .. First Responder Anti-Terrorism Training Resources Act .... H.R. 3978★
Pub. L. 111–252 .. To allow certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees who serve under H.R. 1517
an overseas limited appointment for at least 2 years, and whose service is
rated fully successful or higher throughout that time, to be converted to a per-
manent appointment in the competitive service.
Pub. L. 111–258 .. Reducing Over-Classification Act ........................................................ H.R. 553
Pub. L. 111–259 .. Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 ............... H.R. 2701★
Pub. L. 111–271 .. Redundancy Elimination and Enhanced Performance for H.R. 3980
Preparedness Grants Act.
Pub. L. 111–281 .. Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010 ........................................... H.R. 3619
Pub. L. 111–356 .. Northern Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act of 2010 ..... H.R. 4748
Pub. L. 111–376 .. Anti-Border Corruption Act of 2010 .................................................... S. 3243
Pub. L. 111–383 .. Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal H.R. 6523
Year 2011.
★ Indicates measures which were not referred directly to the Committee on Homeland Security.
112th Congress
The Committee on Homeland Security continued as a standing
Committee pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 5, agreed to in the
House on January 5, 2011, by a record vote of 238 yeas and 191
nays.
The Committee on Homeland Security met on January 26, 2011,
for an organizational meeting for the 112th Congress under the di-
rection of Chairman Peter T. King of New York.
The Committee Membership was set at 33 Members with 19 Re-
publicans and 14 Democrats. The following Members were ap-
pointed to the Committee on Homeland Security for all or part of
the Congress: Mr. Peter T. King of New York; Mr. Lamar Smith
of Texas; Mr. Daniel E. Lungren of California; Mr. Mike Rogers of
Alabama; Mr. Michael T. McCaul of Texas; Mr. Gus M. Bilirakis
of Florida; Mr. Paul C. Broun of Georgia; Mrs. Candice S. Miller
of Michigan; Mr. Tim Walberg of Michigan; Mr. Chip Cravaack of
Minnesota; Mr. Joe Walsh of Illinois; Mr. Patrick Meehan of Penn-
sylvania; Mr. Benjamin Quayle of Arizona; Mr. Scott Rigell of Vir-
ginia; Mr. Billy Long of Missouri; Mr. Jeff Duncan of South Caro-
lina; Mr. Tom Marino of Pennsylvania; Mr. Blake Farenthold of
Texas; Mr. Mo Brooks of Alabama; and Mr. Robert L. Turner of
New York; Mr. Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi; Ms. Loretta
Sanchez of California; Ms. Jane Harman of California; Ms. Sheila
Jackson Lee of Texas; Mr. Henry Cuellar of Texas; Ms. Yvette D.
Clarke of New York; Ms. Laura Richardson of California; Mrs.
Donna M. Christensen a Delegate from the U.S. Virgin Islands; Mr.
Danny K. Davis of Illinois; Mr. Brian Higgins of New York; Ms.
Jackie Speier of California; Mr. Cedric L. Richmond of Louisiana;
Mr. Hansen Clarke of Michigan; Mr. William R. Keating of Massa-
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chusetts; Ms. Kathleen C. Hochul of New York; Ms. Janice Hahn
of California; and Mr. Ron Barber of Arizona.
The Committee established six subcommittees: The Sub-
committee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Secu-
rity Technologies; the Subcommittee on Transportation Security;
the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Management;
the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and
Communications; the Subcommittee on Border and Maritime Secu-
rity; and the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.
The Committee had 10 measures signed into law during the
112th Congress:
Law Title Bill
Pub. L. 112–54 .. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Travel Cards S. 1487★
Act of 2011. (H.R. 2042)
Pub. L. 112–81 .. National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 ... H.R. 1540
Pub. L. 112–86 .. Risk-Based Security Screening for Members of the Armed H.R. 1801
Forces Act.
Pub. L. 112–127 Border Tunnel Prevention Act of 2012 ............................................... H.R. 4119
Pub. L. 112–171 To require the Transportation Security Administration to H.R. 3670
comply with the Uniformed Services Employment and
Reemployment Rights Act.
Pub. L. 112–199 Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act of 2012 ................ S. 743★
(H.R. 3289)
Pub. L. 112–205 Jaime Zapata Border Enforcement Security Task Force H.R. 915
Act.
Pub. L. 112–213 Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2012 ....... H.R. 2835
Pub. L. 112–217 DART Act ............................................................................................................... S. 1998
(H.R. 5941)
Pub. L. 112–218 No-Hassle Flying Act of 2012 .................................................................... S. 3542
(H.R. 6028)
★ Indicates measures which were not referred directly to the Committee on Homeland Security.
113th Congress
The Committee on Homeland Security continued as a standing
Committee pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 5, agreed to in the
House on January 3, 2013, by a record vote of 228 yeas and 196
nays.
The Committee on Homeland Security met on January 23, 2013,
for an organizational meeting for the 113th Congress under the di-
rection of Chairman Michael T. McCaul of Texas.
The Committee Membership was set at 32 Members with 18 Re-
publicans and 14 Democrats. The following Members were ap-
pointed to the Committee on Homeland Security for all or part of
the Congress: Mr. Michael T. McCaul of Texas; Mr. Lamar Smith
of Texas; Mr. Peter T. King of New York; Mr. Mike Rogers of Ala-
bama; Mr. Paul C. Broun of Georgia; Mrs. Candice S. Miller of
Michigan; Mr. Patrick Meehan of Pennsylvania; Mr. Jeff Duncan of
South Carolina; Mr. Tom Marino of Pennsylvania; Mr. Jason
Chaffetz of Utah; Mr. Steven M. Palazzo of Mississippi; Mr. Lou
Barletta of Pennsylvania; Mr. Chris Stewart of Utah; Mr. Keith J.
Rothfus of Pennsylvania; Mr. Richard Hudson of North Carolina;
Mr. Steve Daines of Montana; Mrs. Susan W. Brooks of Indiana;
Mr. Scott Perry of Pennsylvania; Mr. Mark Sanford of South Caro-
lina; Mr. Curtis Clawson of Florida; Mr. Bennie G. Thompson of
Mississippi; Ms. Loretta Sanchez of California; Ms. Sheila Jackson
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Lee of Texas; Ms. Yvette D. Clarke of New York; Mr. Brian Higgins
of New York; Mr. Cedric L. Richmond of Louisiana; Mr. William R.
Keating of Massachusetts; Mr. Ron Barber of Arizona; Mr. Donald
M. Payne, Jr. of New Jersey; Mr. Beto O’Rourke of Texas; Ms.
Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii; Mr. Filemon Vela of Texas; Mr. Steven
A. Horsford of Nevada; and Mr. Eric Swalwell of California.
The Committee established six subcommittees: the Subcommittee
on Counterterrorism and Intelligence; the Subcommittee on Border
and Maritime Security; the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infra-
structure Protection, and Security Technologies; the Subcommittee
on Oversight and Management Efficiency; the Subcommittee on
Transportation Security; and the Subcommittee on Emergency Pre-
paredness, Response, and Communications.
The Committee had 11 measures signed into law during the
113th Congress:
Law Title Bill
Pub. L. 113–27 .. Helping Heroes Fly Act ................................................................................. H.R. 1344
(S. 1367)
(S. 1403)
Pub. L. 113–221 Honor Flight Act ............................................................................................... H.R. 4812
(S. 2659)
(S. 2671)
Pub. L. 113–238 Aviation Security Stakeholder Participation Act of 2014 .... H.R. 1204
(S. 1804)
Pub. L. 113–245 Transportation Security Acquisition Reform Act ...................... H.R. 2719
(S. 1893)
Pub. L. 113–246 Cybersecurity Workforce Assessment Act ......................................... H.R. 2952
Pub. L. 113–254 Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Ter- H.R. 4007
rorist Attacks Act of 2014.
Pub. L. 113–277 Border Patrol Agent Pay Reform Act of 2014 ................................ S. 1691
Pub. L. 113–282 National Cybersecurity Protection Act of 2014 ............................ S. 2519
(H.R. 3696)
Pub. L. 113–283 Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014 .... S. 2521
(H.R. 1163)
Pub. L. 113–284 DHS OIG Mandates Revision Act of 2014 ......................................... S. 2651
Pub. L. 113–294 To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide for limitations on the fees H.R. 5462
charged to passengers of air carriers..
★ Indicates measures which were not referred directly to the Committee on Homeland Security.
114th Congress
The Committee on Homeland Security continued as a standing
Committee pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 5, agreed to in the
House on January 6, 2015, by a record vote of 234 yeas, 172 nays,
and 1 voting ‘present’ (Roll no. 6).
The Committee on Homeland Security met on January 21, 2015,
for an organizational meeting for the 114th Congress under the di-
rection of Chairman Michael T. McCaul of Texas.
The Committee Membership was set at 32 Members with 18 Re-
publicans and 12 Democrats. The following Members were ap-
pointed to the Committee on Homeland Security for all or part of
the Congress: Mr. Michael T. McCaul of Texas; Mr. Lamar Smith
of Texas; Mr. Peter T. King of New York; Mr. Mike Rogers of Ala-
bama; Mrs. Candice S. Miller of Michigan; Mr. Jeff Duncan of
South Carolina; Mr. Tom Marino of Pennsylvania; Mr. Steven M.
Palazzo of Mississippi; Mr. Lou Barletta of Pennsylvania; Mr. Scott
Perry of Pennsylvania; Mr. Curt Clawson of Florida; Mr. John
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Katko of New York; Mr. Will Hurd of Texas; Mr. Earl L. ‘‘Buddy’’
Carter of Georgia; Mr. Mark Walker of North Carolina; Mr. Barry
Loudermilk of Georgia; Ms. Martha McSally of Arizona; Mr. John
Ratcliffe of Texas; Mr. Patrick Meehan of Pennsylvania; Mr. Daniel
M. Donovan, Jr. of New York; Mr. Bennie G. Thompson of Mis-
sissippi; Ms. Loretta Sanchez of California; Ms. Sheila Jackson Lee
of Texas; Mr. James R. Langevin of Rhode Island; Mr. Brian Hig-
gins of New York; Mr. Cedric L. Richmond of Louisiana; Mr. Wil-
liam R. Keating of Massachusetts; Mr. Donald M. Payne, Jr. of
New Jersey; Mr. Filemon Vela of Texas; Mrs. Bonnie Watson Cole-
man of New Jersey; Miss Kathleen M. Rice of New York; and Ms.
Norma J. Torres of California.
The Committee established six subcommittees: the Subcommittee
on Counterterrorism and Intelligence; the Subcommittee on Border
and Maritime Security; the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infra-
structure Protection, and Security Technologies; the Subcommittee
on Oversight and Management Efficiency; the Subcommittee on
Transportation Security; and the Subcommittee on Emergency Pre-
paredness, Response, and Communications.
The Committee had 24 measures signed into law during the
114th Congress, consisting of provisions of 40 measures referred to
the Committee:
Law Title Bill
Pub. L. 114–22 .. Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act of 2015 .............................. S. 178
(H.R. 460)
Pub. L. 114–29 .. Department of Homeland Security Interoperable Commu- H.R. 615
nications.
Pub. L. 114–41 .. Surface Transportation and Veterans Health Care Choice H.R. 3236
Improvement Act of 2015.
Pub. L. 114–43 .. DHS IT Duplication Reduction Act of 2015 ................................... H.R. 1626
Pub. L. 114–50 .. Gerardo Hernandez Airport Security Act of 2015 ...................... H.R. 720
Pub. L. 114–53 .. Continuing Appropriations Act, 2016 ................................................. H.R. 719
Pub. L. 114–68 .. Border Jobs for Veterans Act of 2015 ................................................. H.R. 2835
Pub. L. 114–80 .. DHS Social Media Improvement Act of 2015 ................................. H.R. 623
Pub. L. 114–92 .. National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 ... S. 1356
(H.R. 1735)
Pub. L. 114–113 Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016 ............................................. H.R. 2029★
(H.R. 158)
(H.R. 1731)
(H.R. 3305)
(H.R. 3313)
Pub. L. 114–125 Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 ....... H.R. 644
(H.R. 998)
(H.R. 878)
Pub. L. 114–136 Edward ‘‘Ted’’ Kaufman and Michael Leavitt Presidential S. 1172
Transitions Improvements Act of 2015.
Pub. L. 114–143 Integrated Public Alert and Warning System Moderniza- S. 1180★
tion Act of 2015. H.R. 1738)
(H.R. 1472)
Pub. L. 114–150 Department of Homeland Security Headquarters Consoli- S. 1638
dation Accountability Act of 2015. (H.R. 1640)
Pub. L. 114–190 FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 ........................ H.R. 636
(H.R. 2843)
(H.R. 4698)
(H.R. 5388)
Pub. L. 114–267 Northern Border Security Review Act ................................................ S. 1808★
Pub. L. 114–268 First Responder Anthrax Preparedness Act ................................... S. 1915★
(H.R. 1300)
Pub. L. 114–278 Essential Transportation Worker Identification Creden- H.R. 710
tial Assessment Act.
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Law Title Bill
Pub. L. 114–279 Cross-Border Trade Enhancement Act of 2016 ............................. H.R. 875
Pub. L. 114–285 Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers Reform and H.R. 3842
Improvement Act of 2015.
Pub. L. 114–293 Bottles and Breastfeeding Equipment Screening Act .............. H.R. 5065
Pub. L. 114–301 GAO Mandates Revision Act of 2016 ................................................... H.R. 5687
Pub. L. 114–304 United States-Israel Advanced Research Partnership Act H.R. 5877
of 2016.
Pub. L. 114–328 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 ... S. 2943
(H.R. 399)
(H.R. 1073)
(H.R. 3510)
(H.R. 3572)
(H.R. 3586)
(H.R. 4402)
(H.R. 4408)
(H.R. 4509)
(H.R. 4780)
(H.R. 5064)
(S. 2976)
★ Indicates measures which were not referred directly to the Committee on Homeland Security.
115th Congress
The Committee on Homeland Security continued as a standing
Committee pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 5, agreed to in the
House on January 3, 2017, by a record vote of 234 yeas and 193
nays (Roll no. 6).
The Committee on Homeland Security met on February 1, 2017,
for an organizational meeting for the 115th Congress under the di-
rection of Chairman Michael T. McCaul of Texas.
The Committee Membership was set at 32 Members: with 18 Re-
publicans and 14 Democrats. The following Members were ap-
pointed to the Committee on Homeland Security for all or part of
the Congress: Mr. Michael T. McCaul of Texas; Mr. Lamar Smith
of Texas; Mr. Peter T. King of New York; Mr. Mike Rogers of Ala-
bama; Mr. Jeff Duncan of South Carolina; Mr. Tom Marino of
Pennsylvania; Mr. Lou Barletta of Pennsylvania; Mr. Scott Perry
of Pennsylvania; Mr. John Katko of New York; Mr. Will Hurd of
Texas; Ms. Martha McSally of Arizona; Mr. John Ratcliffe of Texas;
Mr. Daniel M. Donovan, Jr. of New York; Mr. Mike Gallagher of
Wisconsin; Mr. Clay Higgins of Louisiana; Mr. John H. Rutherford
of Florida; Mr. Thomas A. Garrett, Jr. of Virginia; Mr. Brian K.
Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania; Mr. Ron Estes of Kansas; Mr. Don
Bacon of Nebraska; Mrs. Lesko of Arizona; Mr. Bennie G. Thomp-
son of Mississippi; Ms. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas; Mr. James R.
Langevin of Rhode Island; Mr. Cedric L. Richmond of Louisiana;
Mr. William R. Keating of Massachusetts; Mr. Donald M. Payne,
Jr. of New Jersey; Mr. Filemon Vela of Texas; Mrs. Bonnie Watson
Coleman of New Jersey; Miss Kathleen M. Rice of New York; Mr.
J. Luis Correa of California; Mrs. Val Butler Demings of Florida;
and Ms. Nanette Diaz Barragán of California.
The Committee established six subcommittees: the Subcommittee
on Counterterrorism and Intelligence; the Subcommittee on Border
and Maritime Security; the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and In-
frastructure Protection; the Subcommittee on Oversight and Man-
agement Efficiency; the Subcommittee on Transportation and Pro-
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tective Security; and the Subcommittee on Emergency Prepared-
ness, Response, and Communications.
The Committee had 8 measures signed into law during the 115th
Congress:
Law Title Bill
Pub. L. 115–38 .. DHS Stop Asset and Vehicle Excess Act ............................................ H.R. 366
Pub. L. 115–43 .. Securing our Agriculture and Food Act ........................................... H.R. 1238
Pub. L. 115–76 .. Strengthening State and Local Cyber Crime Fighting Act H.R. 1616
of 2017.
Pub. L. 115–79 .. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Travel Cards S. 504
Act of 2017. (H.R. 2805)
Pub. L. 115–112 International Narcotics Trafficking Emergency Response H.R. 2142
by Detecting Incoming Contraband with Technology Act.
Pub. L. 115–118 FISA Amendments Reauthorization Act of 2017 ......................... S. 139
(H.R. 4478)
Pub. L. 115–125 Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign Au- H.R. 4708
thorization Act.
Pub. L. 115–790 Transportation Worker Identification Credential Account- H.R. 5729
ability Act of 2018.
116th Congress
The Committee on Homeland Security continued as a standing
Committee pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 6, agreed to in the
House on January 3, 2019, by a record vote of 234 yeas and 197
nays (Roll no. 7).
The Committee on Homeland Security met on February 1, 2017,
for an organizational meeting for the 116th Congress under the di-
rection of Chairman Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi.
The Committee Membership was set at 31 Members, with 18
Democrats and 13 Republicans. On July 30, 2020, the Committee
Membership was reset to 32 Members, with 18 Democrats and 14
Republicans. The following members were appointed to the Com-
mittee on Homeland Security for all or part of the Congress: Mr.
Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi; Ms. Sheila Jackson Lee of
Texas; Mr. James R. Langevin of Rhode Island; Mr. Cedric L. Rich-
mond of Louisiana; Mr. Donald M. Payne, Jr. of New Jersey; Miss
Kathleen M. Rice of New York; Mr. J. Luis Correa of California;
Ms. Xochitl Torres Small of New Mexico; Mr. Max Rose of New
York; Ms. Lauren Underwood of Illinois; Ms. Elissa Slotkin of
Michigan; Mr. Emanuel Cleaver of Missouri; Mr. Al Green of
Texas; Ms. Yvette D. Clarke of New York; Ms. Dina Titus of Ne-
vada; Mrs. Bonnie Watson Coleman of New Jersey; and Ms. Na-
nette Diaz Barragán of California; Mrs. Val Butler Demings of
Florida; Mr. Mike Rogers of Alabama; Mr. Peter T. King of New
York; Mr. Michael T. McCaul of Texas; Mr. John Katko of New
York; Mr. John Ratcliffe of Texas; Mr. Mark Walker of North Caro-
lina; Mr. Clay Higgins of Louisiana; Mrs. Debbie Lesko of Arizona;
Mr. Mark Green of Tennessee; Mr. Van Taylor of Texas; Mr. John
Joyce of Pennsylvania; Mr. Dan Crenshaw of Texas; Mr. Michael
Guest of Mississippi; Mr. Dan Bishop of North Carolina; Mr. Jeffer-
son Van Drew of New Jersey; and Mr. Mike Garcia of California.
The Committee established six subcommittees: the Subcommittee
on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations; the Subcommittee
on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation; the
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Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recov-
ery; the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism; the
Subcommittee on Oversight Management, and Accountability; the
Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
The Committee had 13 measures signed into law during the
116th Congress, consisting of provisions of 30 measures referred to
the Committee:
Law Title Bill
Pub. L. 116–2 .... Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards Program Ex- H.R. 251
tension Act.
Pub L. 116–22 ... Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Advancing H.R 269
Innovation Act of 2019.
Pub. L. 116–64 .. Terrorist and Foreign Fighter Travel Exercise Act of 2019 H.R. 1590
Pub. L. 116–92 .. National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 ... S. 1790★
(H.R. 428)
(H.R. 2621)
(H.R. 3106)
Pub. L. 116–93 .. Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 ............................................. H.R. 1158
Pub. L. 116–94 .. Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 ......................... H.R. 1865★
(H.R. 3851)
Pub. L. 116–108 Securing American Nonprofit Organizations Against Ter- H.R. 2476
rorism Act of 2019.
Pub. L. 116–116 DHS Field Engagement Accountability Act ................................... H.R. 504
Pub. L. 116–122 Protecting America’s Food and Agriculture Act of 2019 ....... S. 2107
Pub. L. 116–150 A bill to extend the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism S. 4148★
Standards Program of the Department of Homeland Se-
curity, and for other purposes.
Pub. L. 116–XXX National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 ... H.R. 6395★
(At the time of (H.R. 1975)
publication of (H.R. 3484)
this report, a (H.R. 5273)
public law has (H.R. 5680)
not yet been (H.R. 5780)
issued.). (H.R. 7588)
(H.R. 7589)
Pub. L. 116–XXX DHS Opioid Detection Resilience Act of 2019 ............................... H.R. 4761
(At the time of
publication of
this report, a
public law has
not yet been
issued.).
Pub. L. 116–XXX Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 ............................................. H.R. 133★
(At the time of (H.R. 769)
publication of (H.R. 2590)
this report, a (H.R. 3787)
public law has (H.R. 4739)
not yet been (H.R. 7944)
issued.). (H.R. 8833)
(H.R. 8993)
★ Indicates measures which were not referred directly to the Committee on Homeland Security.
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LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES OF THE COMMITTEE
During the 116th Congress, the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity received a referral of 255 measures; was appointed as Con-
ferees to an additional two measures. At the time of publication of
this report, thirteen public laws were enacted and 30 measures re-
ferred to the Committee.
CHEMICAL FACILITY ANTI-TERRORISM STANDARDS PROGRAM
EXTENSION ACT
PUBLIC LAW 116–2 H.R. 251
To extend by two years the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards Program of
the Department of Homeland Security.
Summary
The ‘‘Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards Program Ex-
tension Act’’ (P.L. 116–2) extends authorization for the Department
of Homeland Security’s Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Stand-
ards Program by 15 months to ensure that this counter-terrorism
program, focused on bolstering the security of high-risk chemical
facilities, continues to operate.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 251
H.R. 251 was introduced in the House on January 4, 2019 by Mr.
Thompson of Mississippi, and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security, and in addition to, the Committee on Energy and
Commerce.
On January 8, 2019, H.R. 251 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by a 2/3 recorded vote of 414
yeas to 3 nays (Roll No. 14).
On January 9, 2019, H.R. 251 was received in the Senate and
placed on the Legislative Calendar under read the first time.
On January 10, 2019, H.R. 251 was read a second time and
placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders
(Calendar No. 8).
On January 16, 2019, H.R. 251 was considered in the Senate,
and passed, with an amendment and an amendment to the title,
by unanimous consent.
On January 17, 2019, the Senate amendments to H.R. 251 were
agreed to by the House, under suspension of the Rules, by unani-
mous consent.
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On January 18, 2019, H.R. 251 was presented to and signed into
law by the President (Public Law 116–2).
PANDEMIC AND ALL HAZARDS PREPAREDNESS AND ADVANCING
INNOVATION ACT OF 2019
PUBLIC LAW 116–22 S. 1379 (H.R. 269)
To reauthorize certain programs under the Public Health Service Act and the Fed-
eral Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to public health security and all-
hazards preparedness and response, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Advancing In-
novation Act of 2019’’ (P.L. 116–22) reauthorizes funding to im-
prove bioterrorism and other public health emergency preparedness
and response activities including the Hospital Preparedness Pro-
gram, the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Cooperative
Agreement, Project Bio Shield, and BARDA for the advanced re-
search and development of medical countermeasures.
Legislative History
116th Congress
S. 1379
S. 1379 was introduced in the Senate on May 8, 2019 by Mr.
Burr, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Health, Edu-
cation, Labor, and Pensions.
On May 16, 2019, the Committee on Health, Education, Labor,
and Pensions was discharged from further consideration of S. 1379
and measure was passed, without amendment, by unanimous con-
sent.
On June 4, 2019, S. 1379 was considered in the House under sus-
pension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On June 13, 2019, S. 1379 was presented to the President and
the President signed S. 1379 into law on June 24, 2019 (Public Law
116–22).
H.R. 269
H.R. 269 was introduced in the House on January 8, 2019 by Ms.
Eshoo and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce,
and in addition to, the Committees on Homeland Security, Vet-
erans’ Affairs, and the Judiciary.
On January 8, 2019, H.R. 269 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by a 2/3 recorded
vote of 401 yeas to 17 nays (Roll No. 13).
On January 9, 2019, H.R. 269 was received in the Senate and
placed on the Legislative Calendar under read the first time.
On January 10, 2019, H.R. 269 was read a second time and
placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders
(Calendar No. 10).
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H.R. 6378
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H.R. 6378 was introduced in the House on July 16, 2018 by Ms.
Brooks and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce,
and in addition to, the Committees on Homeland Security, Vet-
erans’ Affairs, and the Judiciary.
On July 17, 2018, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity referred H.R. 6378 to the Subcommittee on Emergency Pre-
paredness, Response, and Communications.
On July 18, 2018, the Committee on Energy and Commerce con-
sidered H.R. 6378 and ordered the measure to be reported favor-
ably to the House, as amended, by voice vote.
On September 25, 2018, H.R. 6378 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by unani-
mous consent.
On September 26, 2018, H.R. 6378 was received in the Senate.
TERRORIST AND FOREIGN FIGHTER TRAVEL EXERCISE ACT OF 2019
PUBLIC LAW 116–64 H.R. 1590
To require an exercise related to terrorist and foreign fighter travel, and for other
purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Terrorist and Foreign Fighter Travel Exercise Act of 2019’’
(P.L. 116–64) requires the Department of Homeland Security to de-
velop and conduct an exercise related to the detection and preven-
tion of terrorist and foreign fighter travel.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1590
H.R. 1590 was introduced in the House on March 7, 2019 by Mr.
Guest and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On March 13, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 1590 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, as
amended, by voice vote.
On March 28, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 1590 (H. Rpt.
116–27).
On April 1, 2019, the House considered H.R. 1590 under suspen-
sion of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by a 2/3
recorded vote of 394 yeas to 7 nays (Roll No. 138).
On April 2, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1590 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
On May 15, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 1590 and ordered the meas-
ure to be reported favorably to the Senate without an amendment.
On June 5, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs reported H.R. 1590 (S. Rpt. 116–44).
On September 24, 2019, H.R. 1590 was passed by the Senate
without an amendment by unanimous consent.
On September 27, 2019, H.R. 1590 was presented to the Presi-
dent.
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On October 9, 2019, the President signed H.R. 1590 into law
(Public Law 116–64).
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H.R. 1302
H.R. 1302 was introduced in the House on March 2, 2017 by Ms.
McSally and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On March 8, 2017, the Committee considered H.R. 1302 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, without
amendment, by voice vote.
On March 16, 2017, the Committee reported H.R. 1302 (H. Rpt.
115–40).
On March 22, 2017, H.R. 1302 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and on March 24, 2017, H.R. 1302
passed the House by voice vote.
On March 27, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1302 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020
PUBLIC LAW 116–92 S. 1790 (SEE H.R. 428, H.R. 2621, AND H.R. 3106)
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2020 for military activities of the Depart-
ment of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Depart-
ment of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and
for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020’’
(P.L. 116–92) authorizes FY2020 appropriations and sets forth poli-
cies for the Department of Defense programs and activities as well
as certain homeland security-related measures that originated in
the Committee on Homeland Security (See H.R. 428, H.R. 2621,
and H.R. 3106).
Legislative History
116th Congress
S. 1790
S. 1790 was introduced in the Senate on June 11, 2019 by Mr.
Inhofe, reported from the Committee on Armed Services (S. Rpt.
116–48), and placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under Gen-
eral Orders (Calendar No. 114).
On June 19, 2019, the Senate invoked cloture on a motion to pro-
ceed on consideration of S. 1790 by a roll call vote of 89 yeas to
10 nays (Record Vote No. 176).
On June 27, 2019, S. 1790 was passed in the Senate, as amend-
ed, by roll call vote of 86 yeas to 8 nays (Record Vote No. 188).
On July 2, 2019, S. 1790 was received in the House.
On September 17, 2019, the House approved, by voice vote, a mo-
tion to strike all after the enacting clause of S. 1790 and insert pro-
visions of H.R. 2500 as passed by the House, pass S. 1790, as
amended, and insist on the House amendment thereto and request
a conference with the Senate thereon, Additionally, S. 1790, as
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amended, was passed by the House without objection, a motion to
request a conference was approved without objection, a motion to
instruct conferees failed by a roll call vote of 198 yeas to 219 nays
(Roll No. 531), and a motion to close portions of the conference by
a roll call vote of 407 yeas to 4 nays (Roll No. 532). The Speaker
appointed Conferees from the Committee on Armed Services; Per-
manent Select Committee on Intelligence; Committee on the Budg-
et; Committee on Education and Labor; Committee on Energy and
Commerce; Committee on Financial Services; Committee on For-
eign Affairs; Committee on Homeland Security; Committee on the
Judiciary; Committee on Natural Resources; Committee on Over-
sight and Reform; Committee on Science, Space, and Technology;
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure; and Committee
on Veterans Affairs.
On September 18, 2019, the Senate motion to disagree to the
amendment of the House to the Senate bill, agree to a conference,
and authorize the Presiding Officer to appoint conferees was in-
voked on September 18, 2019 and was agreed to by voice vote. The
Senate appointed the following conferees: Mr. Inhofe; Mr. Wicker;
Ms. Fischer; Mr. Cotton; Mr. Rounds; Ms. Ernst; Mr. Tillis; Mr.
Sullivan; Mr. Perdue; Mr. Cramer; Ms. McSally; Mr. Scott of Flor-
ida; Ms. Blackburn; Mr. Hawley; Mr. Reed; Ms. Shaheen; Ms. Gilli-
brand; Mr. Blumenthal; Ms. Hirono; Mr. Kaine; Mr. King; Mr.
Heinrich; Ms. Warren; Mr. Peters; Mr. Manchin; Ms. Duckworth;
and Mr. Jones.
On September 19, 2019, the conference was held and the con-
ferees agreed to file a conference report.
On December 9, 2019, the conference report was filed in the
House (H. Rpt. 116–333).
On December 10, 2019, the Senate report and manager’s state-
ment was held at the desk in the Senate.
On December 11, 2019, the House, under the provision of H. Res.
758, considered agreeing to the conference report and agreed to the
conference report by a roll call vote of 377 yeas to 48 nays (Roll
No. 672).
On December 16, 2019, the Senate invoked cloture on the con-
ference report to accompany S. 1790 by a roll call vote of 76 yeas
to 6 nays (Record Vote No. 398).
On December 17, 2019, the conference report was considered in
the Senate and, a point of order that the conference report to ac-
company S. 1790 violates section 3101(b) of S. Con. Res. 11, 114th
Congress, was raised in the Senate, and a motion to waive all ap-
plicable budgetary discipline with respect to the measure was
agreed to in the Senate by a roll call vote of the s 82 yeas to 12
nays (Record Vote No. 399). The Senate agreed to the conference
Report by roll call vote of the s and 86 yeas to 8 nays (Record Vote
No. 400).
On December 19, 2019, S. 1790 was presented to the President.
On December 20, 2019, the President signed S. 1790 into law
(Public Law 116–92).
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CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 2020
PUBLIC LAW 116–93 H.R. 1158 (S. 315)
Making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020,
and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘DHS Cyber Incident Response Teams Act of 2019’’ (H.R.
1158), as amended by the Senate, was further amended by the
House to engross a package of appropriations measures which in-
cluded the Department of Defense Appropriations Act of 2020; the
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations
Act of 2020; the Financial Services and General Government Ap-
propriations Act of 2020; the Department of Homeland Security Ap-
propriations Act of 2020; and appropriations for other Federal De-
partments and independent agencies. The enacted version of H.R.
1158 was renamed the ‘‘Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2020’’
(P.L. 116–93).
The ‘‘DHS Cyber Incident Response Teams Act of 2019’’ author-
izes cyber incident response teams at the Department of Homeland
Security to provide, upon request and as appropriate, assistance to
asset owners and operators following a cyber-incident.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1158
H.R. 1158 was introduced in the House on February 13, 2019 by
Mr. McCaul and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On March 4, 2019, H.R. 1158 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation.
On March 15, 2019, the Chair discharged the Subcommittee on
Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation from fur-
ther consideration of H.R. 1158. The Full Committee considered the
measure and ordered to be reported favorably to the House, with-
out amendment, by voice vote.
On May 30, 3019, the Committee reported H.R. 1158 (H. Rpt.
116–89).
On June 10, 2019, H.R. 1158 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by voice vote.
On June 11, 2019, the Senate received H.R. 1158 on June 11,
2019, read it twice, and placed the measure on Senate Legislative
Calendar under General Orders (Calendar No. 113).
On September 24, 2019, the measure was laid before the Senate
and passed with an amendment in the nature of a substitute (SA
941) by unanimous consent.
On September 25, 2019, the Senate sent a message on the action
to the House on September 25, 2019.
On December 17, 2019, the House, pursuant to provisions of H.
Res. 765, approved a motion to agree to the Senate amendment to
H.R. 1158 with an amendment consisting of the text of Rules Com-
mittee Print 116–43 by a roll call vote of 280 yeas to 138 nays (Roll
No. 690). Additionally, on December 17, 2019, the Senate received
H.R. 1158 with the House amendment to the Senate amendment
and a motion to concur to the House amendment to the Senate
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amendment to H.R. 1158 and a cloture motion on the motion to
concur was presented., Two additional Senate amendments were
proposed: —an Senate amendment to change the enactment date
(SA 1263) and an amendment to perfect the measure (SA 1264).
Another motion was made by the Senate to refer the measure the
Committee on Appropriations with instructions to report back
forthwith in addition to three Senate amendments (SA 1265, SA
1266, SA 1267).
On December 19, 2019, the Senate invoked cloture on the motion
to concur in the House amendment to the Senate amendment to
H.R. 1158 by a roll call vote of 77 yeas to 16 nays (Record Vote
No. 427), and agreed to the House amendment to the Senate
amendment to H.R. 1158 by a roll call vote of 81 yeas to 11 nays
(Record Vote No. 428) after pending Senate amendments failed (SA
1265, SA 1266, SA 1267) or were withdrawn (SA 1263, 1264).
On December 20, 2019, H.R. 1158 was presented to the President
and the President signed H.R. 1158 into law (Public Law 116–93).
S. 315
S. 315 was introduced in the Senate on January 31, 2019 by Ms.
Hassan, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
On February 13, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered S. 315 and ordered the measure
to be reported favorably to the Senate, with an amendment in the
nature of a substitute.
On April 8, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs reported S. 315 (S. Rpt. 116–27) and the meas-
ure was placed it on the Senate Legislative Calendar under Gen-
eral Orders (Calendar No. 62).
SECURING AMERICAN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AGAINST
TERRORISM ACT OF 2019
PUBLIC LAW 116–108 H.R. 2476
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide funding to secure nonprofit
facilities from terrorist attacks, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Securing American Nonprofit Organizations Against Ter-
rorism Act of 2019’’ (P.L. 116–108) formally authorizes a homeland
security grant program to bolster the security of nonprofit facilities
from terrorist attacks. The measure authorizes $75 million in
grants annually for nonprofits to upgrade the security of their fa-
cilities, regardless of location.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 2476
H.R. 2476 was introduced in the House on May 2, 2019 by Mr.
Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security.
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On May 15, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 2476 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, without
amendment, by unanimous consent.
On May 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 2476 (H. Rpt.
116–92).
On June 10, 2019, H.R. 2476 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On June 11, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 2476 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
On December 19, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security
and Governmental Affairs was discharged from further consider-
ation of H.R. 2476 and the Senate passed the measure, without
amendment, by unanimous consent.
On January 14, 2020, H.R. 2476 was presented to the President.
On January 24, 2020, the President signed H.R. 2476 into law
(Public Law 116–108).
115th Congress
H.R. 1486
H.R. 1486 was introduced in the House on March 9, 2017 by Mr.
Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security.
On March 22, 2017, H.R. 1486 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Communications.
On December 13, 2017, the Committee considered H.R. 1486 and
ordered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, as
amended, by voice vote.
On January 9, 2018, the Committee reported H.R. 1486 (H. Rpt.
115–495).
On January 9, 2018, H.R. 1486 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by voice
vote.
On January 10, 2018, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 1486 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
DHS FIELD ENGAGEMENT ACCOUNTABILITY ACT
PUBLIC LAW 116–116 H.R. 504
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the Department of Home-
land Security to develop an engagement strategy with fusion centers, and for other
purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘DHS Field Engagement Accountability Act’’ (P.L. 116–116)
seeks to strengthen the relationship between the Department of
Homeland Security (DHS) and the National Network of Fusion
Centers by requiring the Secretary of Homeland Security to de-
velop a DHS-wide fusion center engagement strategy, establish
metrics for field personnel from the Office of Intelligence and Anal-
ysis, and leverage the Homeland Security Information Network.
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Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 504
H.R. 504 was introduced in the House on January 11, 2019 by
Mr. Bacon and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On January 29, 2019, H.R. 504 was considered under suspension
of the Rules and passed by voice vote. Additionally, on January 29,
2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred H.R. 504 to the
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
On February 13, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 504 and ordered the meas-
ure to be reported favorably to the Senate, with an amendment in
the nature of a substitute.
On March 25, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs reported H.R. 504 (S. Rpt. 116–16) and the
Senate placed the measure on the Senate Legislative Calendar
under General Orders on March 25, 2019 (Calendar No. 47).
On July 25, 2019, the Senate passed H.R. 504 with an amend-
ment by unanimous consent.
On February 10, 2020, the House agreed to the Senate amend-
ment to H.R. 504 under suspension of the Rules by voice vote.
On February 20, 2020, H.R. 504 was presented to the President.
On March 2, 2020, the President signed H.R. 504 into law (Public
Law 116–116).
115th Congress
H.R. 5079
H.R. 5079 was introduced in the House on February 23, 2018 by
Mr. Bacon and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On February 28, 2018, H.R. 5079 was referred to the Sub-
committee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.
On March 7, 2018, the Chair discharged the Subcommittee on
Counterterrorism and Intelligence from further consideration of
H.R. 5079, considered by the Committee, and ordered to be re-
ported favorably to the House, as amended, by unanimous consent.
On March 19, 2018, the Committee reported H.R. 5079 (H. Rpt.
115–606). Additionally, on March 19, 2018, H.R. 5079 was consid-
ered in the House under suspension of the Rules and passed, as
amended, by voice vote.
On March 20, 2018, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 5079 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
PROTECTING AMERICA’S FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ACT OF 2019
PUBLIC LAW 116–122 S. 2107 (H.R. 4482)
To increase the number of CBP Agriculture Specialists and support staff in the Of-
fice of Field Operations of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other pur-
poses.
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Summary
The ‘‘Protecting America’s Food and Agriculture Act of 2019’’
(P.L. 116–122) seeks to ensure the safe and secure trade of agricul-
tural goods across our nation’s borders by authorizing U.S. Cus-
toms and Border Protection (CBP) to hire additional inspectors to
fully staff America’s airports, seaports, and land ports of entry. The
measure authorizes CBP to hire 240 Agricultural Specialists and
200 Agricultural Technicians a year to address staffing gaps and
to train and assign 20 new canine teams a year to detect illicit
fruits, vegetables, and animal products.
Legislative History
116th Congress
S. 2107
S. 2107 was introduced in the Senate on July 11, 2019 by Mr.
Peters, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity and Governmental Affairs.
On July 24, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered S. 2107 and ordered the measure
to be reported favorably to the Senate, without amendment.
On September 10, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security
and Governmental Affairs reported S. 2107 without amendment (S.
Rpt. 116–94) and the measure was placed on the Senate Legislative
Calendar under General Orders (Calendar No. 198). On October 24,
2019, the Senate passed S. 2107 without an amendment by unani-
mous consent.
On October 28, 2019, S. 2107 was referred in the House to the
Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to, the Com-
mittee on Agriculture.
On November 14, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland
Security referred S. 2107 to the Subcommittee on Border Security,
Facilitation, and Operations.
On February 10, 2020, S. 2107 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On February 20, 2020, S. 2107 was presented to the President.
On March 3, 2020, the President signed S. 2107 into law (Public
Law 116–122).
H.R. 4482
H.R. 4482 was introduced in the House on September 24, 2019
by Mr. Vela and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security,
and in addition to, the Committee on Agriculture.
On October 2, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland
Security referred H.R. 4482 to the Subcommittee on Border Secu-
rity, Facilitation, and Operations.
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A BILL TO EXTEND THE CHEMICAL FACILITY ANTI-TERRORISM
STANDARDS PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECU-
RITY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
PUBLIC LAW 116–150 S. 4148
To extend the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards Program of the Depart-
ment of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
Summary
A bill to extend the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards
Program of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other
purposes (P.L. 116–150) extends authorization for the Department
of Homeland Security’s Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Stand-
ards Program to July 27, 2023. This extension continues to ensure
that the counter-terrorism program focused on bolstering the secu-
rity of high-risk chemical facilities continues to operate.
Legislative History
116th Congress
S. 4148
S. 4148 was introduced in the Senate on July 1, 2020 by Mr.
Johnson, read twice, considered, read a third time, and passed
without amendment by unanimous consent.
On July 6, 2020, H.R. was received in the House and held at the
desk.
On July 20, 2020, S. 4148 was considered by unanimous consent
in the House and passed without objection.
On July 22, 2020, S. 4148 was presented to and signed into law
by the President (Public Law 116–150).
NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021
PUBLIC LAW 116–XXX H.R. 6395 (SEE H.R. 1975, H.R. 3484; H.R. 5273,
H.R. 5680; H.R. 5780, H.R. 7588, H.R. 7589)
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2021 for military activities of the Depart-
ment of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Depart-
ment of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and
for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021’’
(P.L. 116–XXX) authorizes Fiscal Year 2021 appropriations and
sets forth policies for the Department of Defense programs and ac-
tivities as well as certain homeland security-related measures that
originated in the Committee on Homeland Security. (See H.R.
1975, H.R. 3484, H.R. 5680, H.R. 5780, H.R. 7588, H.R. 7589).
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 6395
H.R. 6395 was introduced in the House on March 26, 2020 and
referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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On July 9, 2020, the Committee on Armed Services reported H.R.
6395 (H. Rpt. 116–442).
On July 16, 2020, the Committee filed a supplementary report
for H.R. 6395 (H. Rpt. 116–442, Part II).
On July 21, 2020, the House passed H.R. 6395, as amended, by
a recorded vote of 295 yeas to 125 nays (Roll No. 152).
On December 3, 2020, the Conference Report to accompany H.R.
6395 was filed in the House (H. Rpt. 116–617).
On December 8, 2020, the House agreed to the Conference Re-
port to accompany H.R. 6395 by a recorded vote of 335 yeas to 78
nays and one present (Roll No. 238).
On December 11, 2020, the Senate agreed to the Conference Re-
port to accompany H.R. 6395 by a recorded vote of 84 yeas to 13
nays (Record Vote No. 264).
On December 11, 2020, H.R. 6395 was presented to the Presi-
dent.
On December 23, 2020, the President vetoed H.R. 6395.
On December 28, 2020, the House voted to override the Presi-
dent’s veto by a 2/3 recorded vote of 322 yeas to 87 nays (Roll No.
253).
On January 1, 2021, the Senate voted to override the President’s
veto by a 2/3 recorded vote of 81 yeas to 13 nays (Record Vote No.
292).
S. 4049
On June 23, 2020, S. 4049 was introduced in the Senate, re-
ported by the Committee on Armed Services without a written re-
port and placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General
Orders (Calendar No. 483).
On June 24, 2020, a cloture motion on the motion to proceed to
the measure was presented and the Committee on Armed Services
filed a written report to accompany S. 4049 (S. Rpt. 116–236).
On June 25, 2020, the Senate invoked cloture on the motion to
proceed to the measure on a recorded vote of 90 yeas to 7 nays.
(Record Vote No. 127).
On June 29, 2020, the Senate agreed to, a motion to proceed in
the Senate by a recorded vote of 89 yeas to 4 nays. (Record Vote
No. 128). The measure was then laid before the Senate by motion.
Subsequently, S. 4049, was considered on July 1, 2, 21, and 22,
2020, and on July 23, 2020, cloture on the measure was invoked
by a recorded vote of 86 yeas to 14 nays (Record Vote No. 139) and
the measure was passed with an amendment by a recorded vote of
86 yeas to 14 nays (Record Vote No. 140).
On August 7, 2020, a message on Senate action was sent to the
House and S. 4049 was received in the House and held at the desk.
DHS OPIOID DETECTION RESILIENCE ACT OF 2019
PUBLIC LAW 116–XXX H.R. 4761
To ensure U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers, agents, and other personnel
have adequate synthetic opioid detection equipment, that the Department of Home-
land Security has a process to update synthetic opioid detection capability, and for
other purposes.
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Summary
The ‘‘DHS Opioid Detection Resilience Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 4761)
seeks to ensure U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers,
agents, and other personnel have adequate synthetic opioid detec-
tion equipment and that the Department of Homeland Security
(DHS) has a process to update synthetic opioid detection capability.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 4761
H.R. 4761 was introduced in the House on October 18, 2019 by
Mr. Higgins of Louisiana and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and
Means.
On October 23, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security con-
sidered H.R. 4761 and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House with a favorable recommendation by unanimous consent.
On December 3, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security re-
ported H.R. 4761 to the House (H. Rpt. 116–319, Part I) and the
Committee on Ways and Means discharged.
On November 21, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Ways and
Means sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on Homeland
Security agreeing that, in order to expedite consideration on the
House Floor, the Committee on Ways and Means would not seek
a sequential referral of H.R. 4761. On that same date, the Chair
of the Committee on Homeland Security responded acknowledging
the jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Ways and Means
and the agreement to not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 4761.
The letter further agreed to support the request for conferees
should a House-Senate Conference be called.
On December 9, 2019, the House considered H.R. 4671 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure, without amend-
ment, by 2/3 recorded votes of 393 yeas and 1 nay (Roll No. 655).
On December 10, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 4761 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On March 11, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 4761 and ordered the meas-
ure to be reported favorably to the Senate.
On July 29, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs reported H.R. 4761 as Report No. 116–244.
On December 7, 2020, the Senate approved H.R. 4761 without
amendment by unanimous consent.
On December 11, 2020, H.R. 4761 was presented to the Presi-
dent.
On December 23, 2020, the President signed H.R. 4761 into law
(Public Law 116–XXX).
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CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2021
PUBLIC LAW 116–XXX H.R. 133 (SEE H.R. 769, H.R. 2590, H.R. 3787,
H.R. 4739, H.R. 7944, H.R. 8833, H.R. 8993)
Making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021,
and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021’’ (P.L. 116–XXX) au-
thorizes appropriations for Fiscal Year 2021 as well as certain
homeland security-related measures that originated in the Com-
mittee on Homeland Security. (See H.R. 769, H.R. 2590, H.R. 3787,
H.R. 4739, H.R. 7944, H.R. 8833, H.R. 8993)
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 133
H.R. 133 was introduced in the House on January 3, 2019 and
referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs.
On January 10, 2019, the House considered H.R. 133 under sus-
pension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On January 15, 2020, the Senate passed H.R. 133 with an
amendment by Unanimous Consent.
On December 21, 2020 the House agreed to the Senate Amend-
ment with an amendment comprising divisions B, C, E and F by
a recorded vote of 327 yeas to 85 nays (Roll Vote 250); the House
agreed to the Senate Amendment with an amendment (except divi-
sions B, C, E and F) by a recorded vote of 359 yeas to 53 nays (Roll
Vote 251).
On December 21, 2020, the Senate agreed, having achieved 60
votes in the affirmative, to the House amendment to the Senate
amendment to H.R. 133 by a recorded vote of 92 yeas to 6 nays
(Record Vote No. 289).
On December 24, 2020, H.R. 133 was presented to the President.
On December 27, 2020, the President signed H.R. 133 into law
(Public Law 116–XXX).
HOMELAND SECURITY ASSESSMENT OF TERRORISTS’ USE OF VIRTUAL
CURRENCIES ACT
H.R. 428 (SEE SECTION 6730 OF P.L. 116–92)
To direct the Under Secretary of Homeland Security for Intelligence and Analysis
to develop and disseminate a threat assessment regarding terrorist use of virtual
currency.
Summary
The ‘‘Homeland Security Assessment of Terrorists’ Use of Virtual
Currencies Act’’ (H.R. 428) directs the Department of Homeland Se-
curity (DHS) Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis, in co-
ordination with other Federal partners, to develop and disseminate
a threat assessment regarding the actual and potential threat
posed by individuals using virtual currencies to carry out activities
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in furtherance of an act of terrorism, including the provision of ma-
terial support to a foreign terrorist organization. The bill requires
DHS to share the assessment with relevant state and local law en-
forcement partners.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 428
H.R. 428 was introduced in the House on January 10, 2019 by
Miss Rice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On January 29, 2019, the House considered H.R. 428 under sus-
pension of the Rules and passed the measure by the Yeas and
Nays: (2/3 required) 422 to 3 (Roll No. 56).
On January 29, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 428 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On December 20, 2019, H.R. 428 was enacted into law as section
6730 of the ‘‘National Defense Authorization Act of 2020’’ (P.L.
116–92).
115th Congress
H.R. 2433
H.R. 2433 was introduced in the House on May 16, 2017 by Miss
Rice of New York and referred to the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity.
On May 17, 2017, H.R. 2433 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.
On May 18, 2017, the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and In-
telligence considered H.R. 2433 and ordered the measure to be for-
warded favorably to the Full Committee ordered the measure to be
reported favorably to the House as amended, by voice vote.
On September 12, 2017, H.R. 2433 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by voice
vote.
On September 13, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 2433 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
COUNTERTERRORISM ADVISORY BOARD ACT OF 2019
H.R. 769 (S. 411) (SEE TITLE VI OF DIVISION U OF P.L. 116–XXX
(CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2021)
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish in the Department of
Homeland Security a board to coordinate and integrate departmental intelligence,
activities, and policy related to counterterrorism, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Counterterrorism Advisory Board Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 769)
amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (P.L. 107–296) to estab-
lish a Counterterrorism Advisory Board (CTAB) within the Depart-
ment of Homeland Security to coordinate and integrate Depart-
mental intelligence, activities, and policies related to counterter-
rorism within the Department. Upon completion of the final report
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of the Committee on Homeland Security’s Task Force on Com-
bating Terrorist and Foreign Fighter Travel in September 2015,
the task force found that Congress should authorize the CTAB and
ensure it is aligned with the current threat environment related to
counterterrorism issues.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 769
H.R. 769 was introduced in the House on January 24, 2019 by
Mr. Katko and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On January 29, 2019, the House considered H.R. 769 under sus-
pension of the Rules and passed the measure by the Yeas and
Nays: (2/3 required) 414 to 12 (Roll No. 58).
On January 29, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 769 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On December 27, 2020, legislation based on H.R. 769 was en-
acted into law as Title VI of Division U of the ‘‘Consolidated Appro-
priations Act, 2021’’ (P.L. 116–XXX).
115th Congress
H.R. 526
H.R. 526 was introduced in the House on January 13, 2017 by
Mr. Katko and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On January 31, 2017, the House considered H.R. 526 under sus-
pension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by voice
vote.
On February 1, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 526 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
CYBERSECURITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE AUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2019
H.R. 1975 (SEE SECTION 1718 OF DIVISION A OF P.L. 116–XXX (NDAA,
2021))
To establish in the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the Depart-
ment of Homeland Security a Chief Information Security Officer Advisory Com-
mittee.
Summary
H.R. 1975 establishes an advisory committee comprised of highly
skilled cybersecurity professionals responsible for protecting enter-
prises from every major business sector. The advisory committee
will provide insight and expertise to the Director of Cybersecurity
and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Department of
Homeland Security.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1975
H.R. 1975 was introduced in the House on March 28, 2019 by
Mr. Katko of New York and referred to the Committee on Home-
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land Security, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and
Commerce and Committee on Oversight and Reform.
On September 25, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security
considered H.R. 1975 and ordered the measure to be reported by
unanimous consent.
On January 1, 2021, H.R. 1975 was enacted into law as section
1718 of title XVII of the Conference Report to the ‘‘National De-
fense Authorization Act of 2021’’ (P.L. 116–XXX) after Congress
overrode the President’s veto of this measure.
DHS OVERSEAS PERSONNEL ENHANCEMENT ACT OF 2019
H.R. 2590 (SEE TITLE II OF DIVISION U, P.L. 116–XXX (CONSOLIDATED
APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2021)
To require a Department of Homeland Security overseas personnel enhancement
plan, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘DHS Overseas Personnel Enhancement Act of 2019’’ (H.R.
2590) seeks to build on existing requirements for an updated strat-
egy for the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) overseas
footprint, while identifying barriers to information sharing and col-
laboration among DHS components and other partner entities on
issues directly relating to the Department’s counterterror mission.
The bill also addresses how DHS trains, deploys, and utilizes per-
sonnel at overseas locations.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 2590
H.R. 2590 was introduced in the House on May 8, 2019 by Mr.
Katko and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On May 15, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 2590 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, as
amended, by unanimous consent.
On May 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 2590 (H. Rpt.
116–95).
On June 10, 2019, H.R. 2590 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by a 2/3 recorded vote of 394
yeas to 2 nays (Roll No. 244). On June 11, 2019, the Senate re-
ceived, read twice, and referred H.R. 2590 the Committee on Home-
land Security and Governmental Affairs.
On July 24, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 2590 and ordered the meas-
ure to be reported favorably to the Senate with an amendment in
the nature of a substitute.
On September 10, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security
and Governmental Affairs reported H.R. 2590 with an amendment
in the nature of a substitute (S. Rpt. 116–97).
On December 27, 2020, H.R. 2590 was enacted into law as Title
II of Division U of the ‘‘Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021’’
(P.L. 116–XXX).
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115th Congress
H.R. 4567
H.R. 4567 was introduced in the House on December 6, 2017 by
Mr. Katko and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On December 13, 2017, the Committee considered H.R. 4567 and
ordered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, as
amended, by voice vote.
On January 9, 2018, the Committee reported H.R. 4567 (H. Rpt.
115–490).
On January 9, 2018, H.R. 4567 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules.
On January 10, 2018, H.R. 4567 was passed in the House by a
2/3 recorded vote of 415 yeas to 0 nays (Roll No. 12).
On January 11, 2018, the Senate received read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 4567 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On June 13, 2018, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 4567 and ordered the meas-
ure to be favorably reported to the Senate without amendment.
On July 30, 2018, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs reported H.R. 4567 (S. Rpt. 115–308).
HOMELAND SECURITY ASSESSMENT OF TERRORISTS USE OF GHOST
GUNS ACT
H.R. 2621 (SEE SECTION 5716 OF P.L. 116–92)
To direct the Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis of the Department of
Homeland Security to develop and disseminate a threat assessment regarding ter-
rorist use of ghost guns, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Homeland Security Assessment of Terrorists’ Use of Ghost
Guns Act’’ (H.R. 2621) will ensure that the Department of Home-
land Security (DHS) maintains focused attention to the homeland
security threat posed by ghost guns, which are unregistered,
untraceable weapons that are sold and assembled without a serial
number. H.R. 2621 requires the DHS Office of Intelligence and
Analysis (I&A) to develop and disseminate an annual terrorism
threat assessment regarding the availability of ghost guns in fur-
therance of an act of terrorism, including the provision of material
support or resources to a foreign terrorist organization. H.R. 2621
also requires I&A to share this assessment with state, local, and
tribal law enforcement officials.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 2621
H.R. 2621 was introduced in the House on May 9, 2019 by Mr.
Rose and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On May 15, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 2621 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House by voice
vote.
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On May 28, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 2621 (H. Rpt.
116–88).
On June 10, 2019, the House agreed, without objection, to permit
the filing of a supplemental report on the bill, H.R. 2621 (H. Rpt.
116–88, Part II).
On December 20, 2019, legislation based on H.R. 2621 was en-
acted into law as section 5716 of the ‘‘National Defense Authoriza-
tion Act of 2020’’ (P.L. 116–92).
DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM DOCUMENTATION AND
ANALYSIS OF THREATS IN AMERICA ACT
H.R. 3106 (SEE SECTION 5602 OF P.L. 116–92)
To require a joint domestic terrorism report, establish within the Department of
Homeland Security a National Center for the Study of Domestic Terrorism, author-
ize research within the Department of Homeland Security on current trends in do-
mestic terrorism, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Domestic and International Terrorism Documentation and
Analysis of Threats in America Act’’ or ‘‘Domestic and International
Terrorism DATA Act’’ (H.R. 3106) seeks to foster transparency and
facilitate informed policymaking on domestic and international ter-
rorism by, among other things, requiring the Federal Bureau of In-
vestigation, the Department of Justice (DOJ), and the Department
of Homeland Security (DHS) to produce an annual, unclassified
joint report that provides data on domestic and international ter-
rorist incidents; assessments, investigations, indictments, prosecu-
tions, and convictions with a domestic or international terrorism
nexus; and the number of full-time staff working on domestic ter-
rorism employed by DOJ and DHS.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3106
H.R. 3106 was introduced in the House on June 5, 2019 by Mr.
Thompson of Mississippi, and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security, and in addition to, the Committee on the Judiciary.
On June 18, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity referred H.R. 3106 to the Subcommittee on Intelligence and
Counterterrorism.
On June 28, 2019, the Committee on the Judiciary referred H.R.
3106 to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Se-
curity.
On July 17, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity discharged the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counter-
terrorism from further consideration of H.R. 3106, the Full Com-
mittee considered the measure and ordered it to be reported favor-
ably to the House, as amended, by voice vote.
On September 19, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security
reported H.R. 3106 (H. Rpt. 116–213, Part I).
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On September 19, 2019, the Committee on the Judiciary was dis-
charged from further consideration of H.R. 3106.
On September 26, 2019, H.R. 3106 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by voice
vote.
On October 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3106 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On December 20, 2019, legislation based on H.R. 3106 was en-
acted into law as section 5602 of the ‘‘National Defense Authoriza-
tion Act of 2020’’ (P.L. 116–92).
DHS ROTATIONAL CYBERSECURITY PROGRAM ACT OF 2019
H.R. 3484 (SEE SECTION 8278 OF DIVISION A OF NDAA, 2021 (P.L. 116–
XXX)
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize the Secretary of Home-
land security to establish a rotational cybersecurity research program, and for other
purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Department of Homeland Security Rotational Cybersecurity
Program Act of 2019’’ or the ‘‘DHS Rotational Cybersecurity Pro-
gram Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 3484) authorizes the Secretary of Home-
land Security to establish a rotational research, development, and
training program to detail to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure
Security Agency (CISA) Coast Guard Academy graduates and fac-
ulty, as well as to detail to the Coast Guard Academy, as faculty,
employees of CISA, the Directorate of Science and Technology, or
institutions that have been designated by the Department of Home-
land Security as a Center of Excellence for Cyber Defense.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3484
H.R. 3484 was introduced in the House on June 25, 2019 by Mr.
Richmond and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 18, 2019, H.R. 3484 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Transportation and Maritime Security.
On January 1, 2021, H.R. 3484 was enacted into law as section
8278 of Division A of the ‘‘National Defense Authorization Act of
2021’’ (P.L. 116–XXX) after Congress overrode the President’s veto
of this measure.
DHS COUNTERING UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS COORDINATOR
H.R. 3787 (S.1867) (SEE TITLE VII OF DIVISION U OF P.L. 116–XXX
(CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2021)
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish in the Department of
Homeland Security an Unmanned Aircraft Systems Coordinator, and for other pur-
poses.
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Summary
The ‘‘DHS Countering Unmanned Aircraft Systems Coordinator
Act’’ (H.R. 3787) directs the Department of Homeland Security
(DHS) to designate a DHS official as the Countering Unmanned
Aircraft Systems (UAS) Coordinator to coordinate with relevant
DHS offices and components, including the Office for Civil Rights
and Civil Liberties and the Privacy Office and other relevant fed-
eral agencies, on the development of policies and plans to counter
threats associated with UAS (i.e., drones).
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3787
H.R. 3787 was introduced in the House on July 16, 2019 by Mr.
Perry and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On August 2, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity referred H.R. 3787 to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Man-
agement and Accountability.
On October 23, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 3787 and
ordered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On December 18, 2019 the Committee reported H.R. 3787 (H.
Rpt. 116–356) and was placed on the Union Calendar.
On December 27, 2020, H.R. 3787 was enacted into law as Title
VII of Division U of the ‘‘Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021’’
(P.L. 116–XXX).
115th Congress
H.R. 6438
H.R. 6438 was introduced in the House on July 19, 2018 by Mr.
Perry and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 24, 2018, the Committee considered H.R. 6438 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On August 28, 2018, the Committee reported H.R. 6438 as H.
Rept. 115–908.
On September 4, 2018, H.R. 6438 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by voice
vote.
On September 5, 2018, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 6438 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
BRAND USA EXTENSION ACT
H.R. 3851 (SEE SECTION 801 OF P.L. 116–94)
To extend funding for Brand USA through fiscal year 2027, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Brand USA Extension Act’’ (H.R. 3851) extends funding for
Brand USA through fiscal year 2027 and increases the fee on for-
eign visitors used to partially fund the program. The legislation
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also reduces the percentage of in-kind contributions from the pri-
vate sector that can count towards public matching funds; clarifies
the qualifications for the members on the board of directors for
Brand USA; clarifies additional methods by which Brand USA may
carry out its duties; and adds additional transparency and account-
ability measures.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3851
H.R. 3851 was introduced in the House on July 18, 2019 by Mr.
Welch and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce,
and in addition to, the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 22, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Energy and
Commerce referred H.R. 3851 to the Subcommittee on Consumer
Protection and Commerce.
On August 6, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity referred H.R. 3851 to the Subcommittee on Border Security,
Facilitation, and Operations of the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity.
On October 24, 2019, the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection
and Commerce held a hearing on H.R. 3851.
On November 14, 2019, the Subcommittee on Consumer Protec-
tion and Commerce forwarded H.R. 3851 to the Full Committee on
Energy and Commerce, as amended, by voice vote.
On November 20, 2019, the Committee on Energy and Commerce
considered H.R. 3851 and ordered it to be reported favorably to the
House, as amended, by voice vote.
On December 20, 2019, H.R. 3851 was enacted into law as sec-
tion 801 of the ‘‘Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020’’
(P.L. 116–94).
On January 13, 2020, the Committee on Energy and Commerce
reported H.R. 3851 (H. Rpt. 116–376, Part I) and the Committee
on Homeland Security was discharged from further consideration of
H.R. 3851.
On December 20, 2019, H.R. 3851 was enacted into law as sec-
tion 801 of ‘‘Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2020’’ (P.L.
116–94).
115th Congress
S. 2203
S. 2203 was introduced in the Senate on July 23, 2019 by Mr.
Blunt and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
On July 24, 2019, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 2203 and order the measure to be re-
ported favorably with amendments.
On October 1, 2020, the Committee, on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation filed a report (S. Rpt. 116–275) and the measure
was placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Or-
ders (Calendar No. 568).
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SYNTHETIC OPIOID EXPOSURE PREVENTION AND TRAINING ACT
H.R. 4739 (SEE TITLE III OF DIVISION U OF P.L. 116–XXX (CONSOLIDATED
APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2021))
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to protect U.S. Customs and Border
Protection officers, agents, other personnel, and canines against potential synthetic
opioid exposure, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Synthetic Opioid Exposure Prevention and Training Act’’
(H.R. 4739) would amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to
bolster protections for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
officers, agents, other personnel, and canines who may be exposed
to synthetic opioids in the course of screening activities.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 4739
H.R. 4739 was introduced in the House on October 18, 2019 by
Ms. Clarke of New York and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and
Means.
On October 23, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security con-
sidered H.R. 4739 and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House with a favorable recommendation by unanimous consent.
On December 3, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security re-
ported H.R. 4739 to the House (H. Rpt. 116–318, Part I).
On November 21, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Ways and
Means sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on Homeland
Security agreeing that, in order to expedite consideration on the
House Floor, the Committee on Ways and Means would not seek
a sequential referral of H.R. 4739. On that same date, the Chair
of the Committee on Homeland Security responded acknowledging
the jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Ways and Means
and the agreement to not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 4739.
The letter further agreed to support the request for conferees
should a House-Senate Conference be called.
On December 9, 2019, the House considered H.R. 4739 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by a 2/3 recorded
vote of 393 yeas and 0 nays (Roll No. 656).
On December 10, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 4739 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On March 11, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 4739 and reported the meas-
ure favorably to the Senate.
On June 1, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs reported H.R. 4739 (S. Rpt. 116–229).
On December 27, 2020, H.R. 4739 was enacted into law as Title
III of Division U of the ‘‘Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021’’
(P.L. 116–XXX).
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SECURING AMERICA’S PORTS ACT
H.R. 5273 (SEE SECTION 9007 OF P.L. 116–XXX (NDAA, 2021))
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a plan to increase to 100
percent the rates of scanning of commercial and passenger vehicles entering the
United States at land ports of entry along the border using large-scale non-intrusive
inspection systems to enhance border security, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Securing America’s Ports Act’’ (H.R. 5273) seeks to improve
border security at land ports of entry by increasing the inspection
rate of commercial and passenger vehicles entering the U.S. with
non-intrusive inspection (NII) systems or similar technology. It re-
quires DHS to develop a plan with incremental timeframes, cost es-
timates, and projected impacts of increasing expeditious scanning
rates of vehicles to 100 percent at each land port of entry. The
measure also directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
to conduct research and development of NII systems and refine
their operational use in furtherance of the plan.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 5273
H.R. 5273 was introduced in the House on November 26, 2019
by Ms. Torres Small of New Mexico and referred to the Committee
on Homeland Security and was further referred to the Sub-
committee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operation and the
Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability.
On January 29, 2020, the Committee considered H.R. 5273 and
ordered the measure to be reported favorably, as amended, to the
House by unanimous consent.
On February 6, 2020, the Committee reported H.R. 5273 to the
House (H. Rpt. 116–394, Part I).
On February 10, 2020, the House considered H.R. 5273 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
On February 11, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 5273 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On March 11, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 5273 and ordered the meas-
ure to be reported favorably, with an amendment in the nature of
a substitute, to the Senate.
On December 7, 2020, the Senate considered H.R. 5273 and
passed the measure, with an amendment and an amendment to the
title, by unanimous consent.
On December 10, 2020, the House agreed to the Senates amend-
ments to H.R. 5273 without objection.
On January 1, 2021, H.R. 5273 was enacted into law as section
9007 of the ‘‘National Defense Authorization Act of 2021’’ (P.L.
116–XXX) after Congress overrode the President’s veto of this
measure.
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CYBERSECURITY VULNERABILITY IDENTIFICATION AND NOTIFICATION
ACT OF 2020
H.R. 5680 (SEE SECTION 1716 OF DIVISION A OF P.L. 116–XXX (NDAA,
2021))
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to protect the United States critical
infrastructure by ensuring that the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agen-
cy of the Department of Homeland Security has necessary legal tools to notify enti-
ties at risk of cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the enterprise devices or systems that
control critical assets of the United States, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Cybersecurity Vulnerability Identification and Notification
Act of 2020’’ (H.R. 5680) would authorize the Director of the Cyber-
security and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to subpoena
internet service providers (ISP) for identifying information of IP ad-
dress owners to notify them of cybersecurity vulnerabilities on en-
terprise devices or systems. According to the Cybersecurity and In-
frastructure Security Agency (CISA), existing cybersecurity tools
are insufficient to identify the end-user of vulnerable internet-fac-
ing industrial control systems (ICS), and the Electronics Commu-
nications Privacy Act (ECPA) specifically prohibits ISPs from dis-
closing subscriber information absent a compulsory legal process.
This legislation would empower CISA to identify and help mitigate
cybersecurity threats to critical infrastructure, while protecting the
privacy of end users. Further provisions extend ECPA protections
to ISPs for compliance with CISA’s administrative subpoenas, re-
quire CISA’s privacy office to review its internal administrative
subpoena procedures, direct the DHS Inspector General to produce
a report of CISA’s use of the subpoena authority within one year,
and require CISA to issue a public report on its use of the sub-
poena authority.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 5680
H.R. 5680 was introduced in the House on January 27, 2020 by
Mr. Langevin and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity.
On January 29, 2020, the Committee considered H.R. 5680 and
ordered the measure to be reported favorably to the House by
unanimous consent.
On January 1, 2021, legislation based on H.R. 5680 was enacted
into law as section 1716 of Division A of the ‘‘National Defense Au-
thorization Act of 2021’’ (P.L. 116–XXX) after Congress overrode
the President’s veto of this measure.
SAFE COMMUNITIES ACT OF 2020
H.R. 5780 (SEE SECTION 1717 OF DIVISION A OF P.L. 116–XXX (NDAA,
2021))
To enhance stakeholder outreach to and operational engagement with owners and
operators of critical infrastructure and other relevant stakeholders by the Cyberse-
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curity and Infrastructure Security Agency to bolster security against acts of ter-
rorism and other homeland security threats, including by maintaining a clearing-
house of security guidance, best practices, and other voluntary content developed by
the Agency or aggregated from trusted sources, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Safe Communities Act of 2020’’ (H.R. 5780) requires the Cy-
bersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to increase
outreach and engagement with owners and operators of critical in-
frastructure. Specifically, it directs CISA to maintain a clearing-
house where owners and operators of critical infrastructure and
other stakeholders may access security guidance, best practices,
and other voluntary content developed by CISA. Additionally, CISA
is required to issue a strategy to foster stakeholder outreach and
operational engagement and establish a pilot program whereby law
enforcement agencies and government officials may be trained by
protective security advisors on carrying out vulnerability and risk
assessments of facilities.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 5780
H.R 5780 was introduced in the House on February 6, 2020 by
Ms. Underwood and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity.
On February 12, 2020, the Committee considered H.R. 5780 and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House, as amended, with
a favorable recommendation by unanimous consent.
On August 14, 2020, the Committee reported H.R. 5780 to the
House (H. Rpt. 116–476).
On September 30, 2020, the House considered H.R. 5780 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
On October 1, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 5780 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
On January 1, 2021, legislation based on H.R. 5680 was enacted
into law as section 1717 of Division A of the ‘‘National Defense Au-
thorization Act of 2021’’ (P.L. 116–XXX) after Congress overrode
the President’s veto of this measure.
STRENGTHENING THE CYBERSECURITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE
SECURITY AGENCY ACT OF 2020
H.R. 7588 (SEE SECTION 1745 OF DIVISION A OF P.L. 116–XXX (NDAA,
2021))
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct a review of the ability
of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the Department of
Homeland Security to fulfill its current mission requirements, and for other pur-
poses.
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Summary
H.R. 7588 mandates a comprehensive review of CISA in an effort
to strengthen its operations, improve coordination, and increase
oversight of the agency. It requires CISA to review how additional
appropriations could be used to support programs for national risk
management, federal information systems management, and pub-
lic-private cybersecurity and integration. It also requires a review
of workforce structure and current facilities and projected needs. It
mandates CISA to provide a report to the House and Senate Home-
land Committees within 1-year of enactment. CISA must also pro-
vide a report and recommendations to GSA on facility needs.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 7588
H.R. 7588 was introduced in the House on July 13, 2020 by Mr.
Katko of New York and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Com-
merce, Committee on Oversight and Reform, and Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure.
On January 1, 2021, H.R. 7588 was enacted into law as section
1745 of Division A of the ‘‘National Defense Authorization Act of
2021’’ (P.L. 116–XXX) after Congress overrode the President’s veto
of this measure.
CYBERSECURITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY AGENCY DIRECTOR
AND ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ACT OF 2020
H.R. 7589 (SEE SEC. 9001 OF DIVISION H OF P.L. 116–XXX (NDAA, 2021))
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish term limits for the Direc-
tor of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of Department of Home-
land Security, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 7589 improves guidance and long-term strategic planning
by stabilizing the CISA Director and Assistant Directors positions.
It creates a 5-year term for the CISA Director, with a limit of 2
terms. The term of office for the current Director begins on date
the Director began to serve. In addition, it elevates the Director to
the equivalent of a Deputy Secretary and Military Service Secre-
taries and depoliticizes the Assistant Director positions, appointed
by the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS),
categorizing them as career public servants.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 7589
H.R. 7589 was introduced in the House on July 13, 2020 by Mr.
Katko of New York and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Com-
merce, and Committee on Oversight and Reform.
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As of the date of publication of this report, legislation based on
H.R. 7589 was expected to be enacted into law as section 9001 of
Division H of the ‘‘National Defense Authorization Act of 2021’’
(P.L. 116–XXX).
SOUTHWEST BORDER SECURITY TECHNOLOGY IMPROVEMENT ACT OF
2020
H.R. 7944 (S.4224) (SEE TITLE XI OF DIVISION U OF P.L. 116–XXX
(CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2021)
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to assess technology needs along the
Southern border and develop a strategy for bridging such gaps.
Summary
The ‘‘Southwest Border Security Technology Improvement Act of
2020’’ (H.R. 7944/S. 4224) requires the Department of Homeland
Security (DHS) to report to Congress an analysis of border security
technology along the Southwest border. The report shall identify
technology needs to (1) prevent terrorists from entering the United
States, (2) reduce cross-border criminal activity such as drug smug-
gling, and (3) facilitate legal trade flow. The report shall also ad-
dress recent technological advancements and assess whether such
advancements can help achieve these goals.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 7944
H.R. 7944 was introduced in the House on August 4, 2020 by Ms.
Torres Small and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On September 24, 2020, the Chair of the Committee on Home-
land Security referred H.R. 7944 to the Subcommittee on Border
Security, Facilitation and Operations.
On December 27, 2020, H.R. 7944 was enacted into law as Title
XI of Division U of the ‘‘Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021’’
(P.L. 116–XXX).
TO AMEND THE HOMELAND SECURITY ACT OF 2002 TO EXTEND BY
ONE YEAR CERTAIN PORT OF ENTRY AUTHORITY, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES
H.R. 8833 (SEE TITLE III OF DIVISION O OF P.L. 116–XXX (CONSOLIDATED
APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2021)
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to extend by one year certain port
of entry donation authority, and for other purposes.
Summary
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to extend authority
for the Customs and Border Protection Commission to maintain a
program for certain port of entry donation authority for one year,
through December 16, 2021.
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Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 8833
H.R. 8833 was introduced in the House on December 2, 2020 by
Mr. Cuellar and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security,
in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means and the Com-
mittee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
On December 27, 2020, H.R. 8833 was enacted into law as Title
II of Division O of the ‘‘Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021’’
(P.L. 116–XXX).
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY INTELLIGENCE AND
CYBERSECURITY DIVERSITY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM ACT
H.R. 8993 (SEE SECTION 404 OF DIVISION W OF P.L. 116–XXX
(CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2021)
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Secretary of Homeland
Security to carry out an intelligence and cybersecurity diversity fellowship program,
and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Department of Homeland Security Intelligence and Cyber-
security Diversity Fellowship Program Act’’ (H.R. 8993) seeks to es-
tablish a new Department of Homeland Security program for stu-
dents from historically Black college or university or minority-serv-
ing institutions and others to participate in a paid internship fo-
cused on cyber and/or Intelligence within DHS and, upon successful
completion, an offer of employment.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 8993
H.R. 8993 was introduced in the House on December 16, 2020 by
Mr. Thompson and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity.
On December 27, 2020, H.R. 8993 was enacted into law as Sec-
tion 404 of Division W of the ‘‘Consolidated Appropriations Act,
2021’’ (P.L. 116–XXX).
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY CLEARANCE MANAGEMENT
AND ADMINISTRATION ACT
H.R. 424
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to improve the management and ad-
ministration of the security clearance processes throughout the Department of
Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Department of Homeland Security Clearance Management
and Administration Act’’ (H.R. 424) amends the Homeland Security
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Act of 2002 (P.L. 107–296) to require the Secretary of Homeland
Security to conduct a review of the sensitivity level designations of
national security positions within the Department to ensure em-
ployees with security clearances continue to need access to such
sensitive information. The bill requires the Department to conduct
an accounting of workforce needs to better manage the costs of un-
necessary background investigations and limit the number of posi-
tions that may be vulnerable to insider threats and targeting by
foreign intelligence services.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 424
H.R. 424 was introduced in the House on January 10, 2019 by
Mr. Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on
Homeland Security.
On January 29, 2019, H.R. 424 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On January 29, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 424 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
115th Congress
H.R. 697
H.R. 697 was introduced in the House on January 24, 2017 by
Mr. Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on
Homeland Security.
On January 31, 2017, H.R. 697 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On February 1, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 697 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
PATHWAYS TO IMPROVING HOMELAND SECURITY AT THE LOCAL
LEVEL ACT
H.R. 449
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002, to direct the Assistant Secretary for
State and Local Law Enforcement to produce and disseminate an annual catalog on
Department of Homeland Security training, publications, programs, and services for
State, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Pathways to Improving Homeland Security at the Local
Level Act’’ (H.R. 449) requires the Department of Homeland Secu-
rity Office for State and Local Law Enforcement to produce and
disseminate annually, a catalog of training opportunities, pro-
grams, and other services offered to State, local, and tribal law en-
forcement agencies.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 449
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H.R. 449 was introduced in the House on January 10, 2019 by
Mrs. Demings and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity, and in addition to, the Committee on the Judiciary.
On January 29, 2019, H.R. 449 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by a 2/3 recorded vote
of quired) 412 yeas to 12 nays (Roll No. 57).
On January 29, 2019, H.R. 449 was received in the Senate, read
twice, and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs.
115th Congress
H.R. 2427
H.R. 2427 was introduced in the House on May 16, 2017 by Mrs.
Demings and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and
in addition to, the Committee on the Judiciary.
On May 16, 2017, the Chair of the Committee on the Judiciary
referred H.R. 2427 to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism,
Homeland Security, and Investigations.
On May 17, 2017, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity referred H.R. 2427 to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism
and Intelligence.
On May 18, 2017, the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and In-
telligence considered H.R. 2427 and the Full Committee on Home-
land Security ordered it to be reported favorably to the House by
voice vote.
On September 12, 2017, H.R. 2427 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by voice
vote.
On September 13, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 2427 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
FIRST STATE AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT
H.R. 495
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require an annual report on the
Office for State and Local Law Enforcement.
Summary
The ‘‘FIRST State and Local Law Enforcement Act’’ (H.R. 495)
amends Section 2006(b) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (P.L.
107–296) to require the Office for State and Local Law Enforce-
ment to provide an annual report on their activities for 5 years.
This report must include details of: the efforts of the office to co-
ordinate with and improve information sharing with State, local,
and tribal law enforcement; a review of efforts to improve informa-
tion sharing through the DHS Homeland Security Information Net-
work; and feedback received from State, local, and tribal partners.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 495
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H.R. 495 was introduced in the House on January 11, 2019 by
Ms. Jackson Lee and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity, and in addition to, the Committee on the Judiciary.
On January 29, 2019, H.R. 495 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On January 29, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 495 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs. On November 6, 2019, the Committee on Home-
land Security and Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 495 and
ordered it to be reported favorably to the Senate without an
amendment.
On February 4, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs reported H.R. 495 (S. Rpt. 116–213) and the
measure was placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General
Orders (Calendar No. 411).
115th Congress
H.R. 2442
H.R. 2442 was introduced in the House on May 16, 2017 by Ms.
Jackson Lee and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security,
and in addition to, the Committee on the Judiciary.
On May 16, 2017, the Chair of the Committee on the Judiciary
referred H.R. 2442 to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism,
Homeland Security, and Investigations.
On May 17, 2017, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity referred H.R. 2442 to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism
and Intelligence of the Committee.
On May 18, 2017, the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and In-
telligence considered H.R. 2442 and the Full Committee on Home-
land Security ordered it to be reported favorably to the House by
voice vote.
On September 5, 2017, the Chair of the Committee on the Judici-
ary sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity, agreeing that, in order to expedite consideration of H.R. 2442,
the Committee on the Judiciary would waive further consideration
of H.R. 2442. The letter further requested support for the appoint-
ment of conferees should a House-Senate Conference be called.
On September 6, 2017, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland
Security sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on the Judici-
ary, acknowledging the jurisdictional interests of the Committee on
the Judiciary and the agreement to waive further consideration of
H.R. 2442. The letter further stated the support for the appoint-
ment of conferees should a House-Senate Conference be called.
On September 12, 2017, H.R. 2442 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by voice
vote.
On September 13, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 2442 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
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SUPPORTING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT FOR FIRST RESPONDERS
ACT
H.R. 542
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish the National Urban Secu-
rity Technology Laboratory, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Supporting Research and Development for First Responders
Act’’ (H.R. 542) authorizes the National Urban Security Technology
Laboratory (NUSTL) within the Department of Homeland Secu-
rity’s Science and Technology Directorate. NUSTL is a one-of-a-
kind test and evaluation laboratory for technology for the first re-
sponder community. Additionally, NUSTL conducts radiological
and nuclear research and development.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 542
H.R. 542 was introduced in the House on January 14, 2019 by
Miss Rice of New York and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security.
On February 4, 2019, H.R. 542 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation.
On May 15, 2019, the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infra-
structure Protection, and Innovation was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 542.
On May 15, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 542 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On May 28, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 542 (H. Rpt.
116–87).
On June 10, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Science, Space,
and Technology sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Homeland Security, agreeing that, in order to expedite consider-
ation on the House Floor, the Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology would not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 542. On
that same date, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Security
responded acknowledging the jurisdictional interests of the Com-
mittee on Science, Space, and Technology and the agreement to not
seek a sequential referral of H.R. 542. The letter further agreed to
support the request for conferees should a House-Senate Con-
ference be called.
On June 10, 2019, H.R. 542 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by a 2/3 recorded vote of 395
yeas to 3 nays (Roll No. 242).
On June 11, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 542 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
On July 22, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 542 and ordered it to be re-
ported favorably to the Senate with an amendment in the nature
of a substitute.
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On November 9, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs reported H.R. 542 (S. Rpt. 116–285) and the
measure was placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General
Orders (Calendar No. 577).
115th Congress
H.R. 4991
H.R. 4991 was introduced in the House on February 8, 2018 by
Mr. Donovan and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On February 14, 2018, H.R. 4991 was referred to the Sub-
committee on Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communica-
tions.
On June 6, 2018, the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness,
Response and Communications was discharged.
On June 6, 2018, the Committee considered H.R. 4991 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On June 14, 2018, the Committee reported H.R. 4991 (H. Rpt.
115–756).
On June 14, 2018, the Chair of the Committee on Science, Space,
and Technology sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Homeland Security, agreeing that, in order to expedite consider-
ation on the House Floor, the Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology would not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 4991. On
that same date, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Security
responded acknowledging the jurisdictional interests of the Com-
mittee on Science, Space, and Technology and the agreement to not
seek a sequential referral of H.R. 4991. The letter further agreed
to support the request for conferees should a House-Senate Con-
ference be called.
On June 19, 2018, H.R. 4991 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by voice vote.
On June 20, 2018, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 4991 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
RIGHTS FOR TRANSPORTATION SECURITY OFFICERS ACT OF 2020
H.R. 1140
To enhance the security operations of the Transportation Security Administration
and stability of the transportation security workforce by applying the personnel sys-
tem under title 5, United States Code, to employees of the Transportation Security
Administration who provide screening of all passengers and property, and for other
purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Rights for Transportation Security Officers Act of 2020’’
(H.R. 1140) seeks to recategorize Transportation Security Adminis-
tration (TSA) employees by requiring the Secretary of Homeland
Security (DHS Secretary), within 180 days of enactment of this Act,
to convert its workforce from its current personnel system, to the
personnel system under Title 5 of the United States Code. In car-
rying out the conversion to the Title 5 Federal pay scale, the DHS
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Secretary would be required to ensure that no employee receives a
reduction in pay. Under H.R. 1140, the DHS Secretary would be re-
quired to consult with the labor organization that serves as the ex-
clusive representative of TSA security screening personnel within
7 days of enactment of this Act on the formulation of plans to carry
out the conversion.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1140
H.R. 1140 was introduced in the House on February 11, 2019 by
Mr. Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on
Homeland Security, and in addition to, the Committee on Over-
sight and Reform.
On March 15, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland
Security referred H.R. 1140 to the Subcommittee on Transportation
and Maritime Security.
On January 29, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security dis-
charged the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Secu-
rity from further consideration of H.R. 1140.
On January 29, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security con-
sidered H.R. 1140 and ordered the measure to be reported favor-
ably to the House, as amended.
On February 21, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security re-
ported H.R. 1140 (H. Rpt. 116–398, Part I).
On February 20, 2020, the Chair of the Committee on Oversight
and Reform sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on Home-
land Security agreeing that, in order to expedite consideration on
the House Floor, the Committee on Oversight and Reform would
not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 1140. On that same date, the
Chair of the Committee on Homeland Security responded acknowl-
edging the jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Oversight
and Reform and the agreement to not seek a sequential referral of
H.R. 1140. The letter further agreed to support the request for con-
ferees should a House-Senate Conference be called.
The Committee on Oversight and Reform was discharged on Feb-
ruary 21, 2020 and the Committee on Homeland Security filed a
supplemental report on February 26, 2020. On March 2, 2020, The
Committee on Rules met to consider H.R. 1140 and reported H. Res
877 to the House. The rule provided for consideration of H.R. 1140
with one hour of general debate and a motion to recommit with or
without instructions. H. Res 877 passed the House on March 4,
2020 by the Yeas and Nays: 220 to 192 (Roll No. 84).
On March 5, 2020, the House considered H.R. 1140 and agreed
to H. Amdt. 804 offered by Mr. Rogers; H. Amdt. 805 offered by Mr.
Rose; H. Amdt. 806 offered by Mr. Peters; H. Amdt. 807 offered by
Mr. Brown; H. Amdt. 808 offered by Mr. Kim; and H. Amdt. 810
offered Ms. Spanberger by voice vote. H. Amdt. 809 offered by Mr.
Cisneros was agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 399 to 1 (Roll No.
87). H. Amdt. 811 offered by Ms. Mucarsel-Powell was agreed to by
of the Yeas and Nays: 403 to 0 (Roll No. 88).
Mrs. Lesko moved to recommit H.R. 1140 with instructions to the
Committee on Homeland Security and the motion was agreed to by
a recorded vote of 227 yeas to 175 nays (Roll No. 89).
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On March 5, 2020, the House passed H.R. 1140 by a recorded
vote of 230 yeas to 171 nays (Roll No. 90).
On March 5, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1140 to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor-
tation.
TRANSIT SECURITY GRANT PROGRAM FLEXIBILITY ACT
H.R. 1313
To amend the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007
to clarify certain allowable uses of funds for public transportation security assist-
ance grants and establish periods of performance for such grants, and for other pur-
poses.
Summary
The ‘‘Transit Security Grant Program Flexibility Act’’ (H.R. 1313)
amends the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commis-
sion Act of 2007 (P.L. 110–53) to adjust the period of performance
for Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP) expenditures and pro-
vide flexibility to TSGP eligible transit agencies by allowing grant
recipients to use funding for security training related backfill, con-
sistent with other homeland security grants.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1313
H.R. 1313 was introduced in the House on February 19, 2019 by
Mr. King of New York and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security.
On March 8, 2019, H.R. 1313 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery.
On May 14, 2019, the House considered H.R. 1313 under suspen-
sion of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by voice
vote.
On May 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1313 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
On July 22, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 1313 and ordered it to be re-
ported favorably to the Senate with an amendment in the nature
of a substitute.
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H.R. 549
H.R. 549 was introduced in the House on January 13, 2017 by
Mr. Donovan and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On January 31, 2017, the House considered H.R. 549 under sus-
pension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On February 1, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 549 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY MORALE RECOGNITION,
LEARNING AND ENGAGEMENT ACT OF 2019
H.R. 1433
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to improve morale within the Depart-
ment of Homeland Security workforce by conferring new responsibilities to the Chief
Human Capital Officer, establishing an employee engagement steering committee,
requiring action plans, and authorizing an annual employee award program, and for
other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Department of Homeland Security Morale Recognition,
Learning, and Engagement Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 1433) amends the
Homeland Security Act of 2002 to improve morale, employee en-
gagement, and communications within the Department of Home-
land Security workforce by conferring new responsibilities to the
Chief Human Capital Officer, establishing an employee engage-
ment steering committee, requiring action plans, authorizing an
annual employee award program, and directing an independent,
Department-wide review of how discipline is applied by compo-
nents.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1433
H.R. 1433 was introduced in the House on February 28, 2019 by
Mr. Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on
Homeland Security.
On March 13, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 1433 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, as
amended, by unanimous consent.
On March 28, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 1433 (H. Rpt.
116–26).
On April 1, 2019, the House considered H.R. 1433 under suspen-
sion of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On April 2, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1433 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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H.R. 2283
H.R. 2283 was introduced in the House on May 2, 2017 by Mr.
Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security.
On May 3, 2017, the Committee considered H.R. 2283 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, as
amended, by voice vote.
On June 20, 2017, the House considered H.R. 2283 under sus-
pension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by voice
vote.
On June 21, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 2283 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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SECURING DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FIREARMS ACT OF
2019
H.R. 1437
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the Under Secretary for
Management of the Department of Homeland Security to achieve security of sen-
sitive assets among the components of the Department of Homeland Security, and
for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Securing Department of Homeland Security Firearms Act of
2019’’ (H.R. 1437) requires the Under Secretary for Management of
the Department of Homeland Security to disseminate a Depart-
ment-wide directive for achieving adequate security over firearms
and other sensitive assets across the Department. H.R. 1437 re-
quires the Under Secretary for Management to update and dissemi-
nate the Personal Property Asset Management Program Manual
and requires component personnel to safeguard firearms and other
sensitive assets in accordance with the directive, among other
items.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1437
H.R. 1437 was introduced in the House on February 28, 2019 by
Mr. Correa and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On March 19, 2019, H.R. 1437 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Oversight, Management, and Accountability.
On May 14, 2019, the House considered H.R. 1437 under suspen-
sion of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On May 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1437 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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H.R. 4433
H.R. 4433 was introduced in the House on November 16, 2017
by Mr. Correa and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity.
On November 28, 2017, H.R. 4443 was referred to the Sub-
committee on Oversight and Management Efficiency.
On December 13, 2017, the Committee considered H.R. 4433 and
ordered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, as
amended, by unanimous consent.
On January 9, 2018, the Committee reported H.R. 4433 (H. Rpt.
115–496).
On January 9, 2018, the House considered H.R. 4433 under sus-
pension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by voice
vote.
On January 10, 2018, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 4433 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
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HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES (HBCUS)
HOMELAND SECURITY PARTNERSHIP ACT
H.R. 1494
To strengthen partnerships between historically Black colleges and universities and
minority-serving institutions and the Department of Homeland Security, and for
other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
Homeland Security Partnerships Act’’ (H.R. 1494) would require
the Department of Homeland Security (the Department or DHS) to
issue a strategy with yearly goals for enhancing its partnerships
with HBCUs and minority-serving institutions (MSIs). The bill also
requires DHS to monitor and report on the implementation of the
strategy to ensure the Department’s progress in providing con-
tracting, research and development, and internship and career op-
portunities to HBCUs and MSIs and their students or recent grad-
uates. Additionally, H.R. 1494 requires the Secretary of Homeland
Security, acting through the Chief Procurement Officer, to identify
how to increase the participation of HBCUs and MSIs in Depart-
ment acquisitions, including identifying existing opportunities for
HBCUs and MSIs to participate in the contracting program of the
Small Business Administration for minorities.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1494
H.R. 1494 was introduced in the House on March 5, 2019 by Mr.
Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security, and in addition to, the Committee on Small Busi-
ness.
On March 25, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland
Security referred H.R. 1494 to the Subcommittee on Oversight,
Management, and Accountability.
On January 29, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security con-
sidered H.R. 1494 and ordered the measure to be reported favor-
ably to the House, as amended, by unanimous consent.
On February 6, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security re-
ported H.R. 1494 (H. Rpt. 116–393, Part I).
On January 30, 2020, the Chair of the Committee on Small Busi-
ness sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity agreeing that, in order to expedite consideration on the
House Floor, the Committee on Small Business would not seek a
sequential referral of H.R. 1494. On that same date, the Chair of
the Committee on Homeland Security responded acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Small Business and
the agreement to not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 1494. The
letter further agreed to support the request for conferees should a
House-Senate Conference be called.
On February 10, 2020, the House considered H.R. 1494 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
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On February 11, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 1494 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
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H.R. 6772
H.R. 6772 was introduced in the House on September 12, 2018
by Mr. Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on
Homeland Security, and in addition to, the Committee on Small
Business.
On September 21, 2018, the Chair of the Committee on Home-
land Security referred H.R. 6772 to the Subcommittee on Oversight
and Management Efficiency.
CBRN INTELLIGENCE AND INFORMATION SHARING ACT OF 2019
H.R. 1589
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish chemical, biological, radi-
ological, and nuclear intelligence and information sharing functions of the Office of
Intelligence and Analysis of the Department of Homeland Security and to require
dissemination of information analyzed by the Department to entities with respon-
sibilities relating to homeland security, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘CBRN Intelligence and Information Sharing Act of 2019’’
(H.R. 1589) requires the Office of Intelligence and Analysis within
the Department of Homeland Security to enhance intelligence anal-
ysis and information sharing on chemical, biological, radiological,
and nuclear (CBRN) threats and work to ensure that State and
local officials receive actionable intelligence information.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1589
H.R. 1589 was introduced in the House on March 7, 2019 by Mr.
Walker and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On March 13, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 1589 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, as
amended, by unanimous consent.
On March 28, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 1589 (H. Rept.
116–24).
On April 1, 2019, H.R. 1589 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On April 2, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R, 1589 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
On November 6, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 1589 and ordered the meas-
ure to be reported favorably to the House with an amendment in
the nature of a substitute.
On March 2, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs reported H.R. 1589 (Report No. 116–222).
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H.R. 677
H.R. 677 was introduced in the House on January 24, 2017 by
Ms. McSally and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On January 31, 2017, H.R. 677 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On February 1, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 677 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
COORDINATING AND LEVERAGING ACTIVITIES FOR SCHOOL SECURITY
ACT (CLASS ACT OF 2019)
H.R. 1593
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a school security coordi-
nating council, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Coordinating and Leveraging Activities for School Security
Act’’ or the ‘‘CLASS Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 1593) would direct DHS to
establish a council to coordinate activities, plans, and policies of the
Department of Homeland Security aimed at bolstering school secu-
rity against acts of terrorism. Additionally, the legislation would re-
quire the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide Congress with
an annual report of the council’s activities during the preceding
year, including information on any metrics regarding the efficacy of
such activities.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1593
H.R. 1593 was introduced in the House on March 7, 2019 by Mr.
Payne and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On March 13, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 1593 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House by unani-
mous consent.
On March 28, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 1593 (H. Rpt.
116–25).
On April 1, 2019, H.R. 1593 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by a 2/3 recorded vote of 384
yeas and 18 nays (Roll No. 137).
On April 2, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1539 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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H.R. 6919
H.R. 6919 was introduced in the House on September 26, 2018
by Mr. Payne and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity.
On October 4, 2018, H.R. 6919 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communications.
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FIRST RESPONDER ACCESS TO INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES ACT
H.R. 1594
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a process to review appli-
cations for certain grants to purchase equipment or systems that do not meet or ex-
ceed any applicable national voluntary consensus standards, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘First Responder Access to Innovative Technologies Act’’
(H.R. 1594) authorizes a review process for grantees seeking to
purchase equipment or systems with the Urban Area Security Ini-
tiative or the State Homeland Security Grant Program funding
when no voluntary consensus standard exists for the equipment or
systems or the equipment does not meet consensus standards.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1594
H.R. 1594 was introduced in the House on March 7, 2019 by Mr.
Payne and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On May 14, 2019, H.R. 1594 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On May 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1594 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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H.R. 687
H.R. 687 was introduced in the House on January 24, 2017 by
Mr. Payne and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On January 31, 2017, H.R. 687 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On February 1, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 687 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
QUADRENNIAL HOMELAND SECURITY REVIEW TECHNICAL
CORRECTIONS ACT OF 2019
H.R. 1892
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to make technical corrections to the
requirement that the Secretary of Homeland Security submit quadrennial homeland
security reviews, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Quadrennial Homeland Security Review Technical Correc-
tions Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 1892) revises the requirements for the
Quadrennial Homeland Security Review (QHSR) in the Homeland
Security Act of 2002 (Pub. L. 107–296) to improve the quality and
timeliness of future reviews.
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H.R. 1892
H.R. 1892 was introduced in the House on March 26, 2019 by
Mrs. Watson Coleman and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security.
On April 8, 2019, H.R. 1892 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Oversight, Management, and Accountability.
On May 14, 2019, H.R. 1892 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by a 2/3 recorded vote of 415
yeas and 0 nays (Roll No. 209).
On May 16, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1892 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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H.R. 1297
H.R. 1297 was introduced in the House on March 1, 2017, by
Mrs. Watson Coleman and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security.
On March 8, 2017, the Committee considered H.R. 1297 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, without
amendment, by voice vote.
On March 16, 2017, the Committee reported H.R. 1297 (H. Rpt.
115–41).
On March 21, 2017, H.R. 1297 was considered under suspension
of the Rules and passed the measure by a 2/3 recorded vote of 415
yeas and 0 nays (Roll No. 181).
On March 22, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1297 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
DHS ACQUISITION DOCUMENTATION INTEGRITY ACT OF 2019
H.R. 1912
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for requirements relating
to documentation for major acquisition programs, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘DHS Acquisition Documentation Integrity Act of 2019’’
(H.R. 1912) requires the Secretary of Homeland Security, acting
through the Under Secretary for Management, to require relevant
DHS components to maintain specific types of acquisition docu-
mentation.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 1912
H.R. 1912 was introduced on March 27, 2019 by Ms. Torres
Small of New Mexico and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security.
On April 8, 2019, H.R. 1912 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Oversight, Management, and Accountability.
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On May 14, 2019, H.R. 1912 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On May 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1912 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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H.R. 347
H.R. 347 was introduced in the House on January 5, 2017, by
Mrs. Watson Coleman and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security.
On January 31, 2017, H.R. 347 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules on January 31, 2017 and passed the
measure by voice vote.
On February 1, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 347 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
DHS INTELLIGENCE ROTATIONAL ASSIGNMENT PROGRAM ACT OF
2019
H.R. 2066
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish the Intelligence Rota-
tional Assignment Program in the Department of Homeland Security, and for other
purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘DHS Intelligence Rotational Assignment Program Act of
2019’’ (H.R. 2066) would require the Chief Human Capital Officer
of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in conjunction
with the DHS Chief Intelligence Officer, to establish an intelligence
rotational assignment program for employees in analyst positions
within DHS’ intelligence operations.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 2066
H.R. 2066 was introduced in the House on April 3, 2019 by Mr.
Gallagher and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On April 23, 2019, H.R. 2066 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Intelligence and Counterterrorism.
On May 14, 2019, H.R. 2066 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On May 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 2066 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
On November 6, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 2066 and ordered the meas-
ure to be reported favorably to the Senate with an amendment in
the nature of a substitute.
On June 1, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs reported H.R 2066 (Report No. 116–228).
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H.R. 2453
H.R. 2453 was introduced in the House on June 6, 2017, by Mr.
Gallagher and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On May 17, 2017, H.R. 2453 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.
On May 18, 2018, the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and In-
telligence considered H.R. 2453 and ordered the measure to be for-
warded to the Full Committee with a favorable recommendation,
without amendment, by voice vote.
On September 12, 2017, the Chair of the House Permanent Se-
lect Committee on Intelligence sent a letter dated September 8,
2017, to the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Security agree-
ing that, in order to expedite consideration of H.R. 2453 on the
House Floor, the Select Committee on Intelligence would not seek
a sequential referral of H.R. 2453. The Chair of the Committee on
Homeland Security responded on September 11, 2017, acknowl-
edging the jurisdictional interests of the Select Committee on Intel-
ligence and the agreement to forego a request for a sequential re-
ferral of H.R. 2453. The letter further agreed to support the re-
quest for Conferees should a House-Senate Conference be called.
On September 12, 2017, H.R. 2453 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On September 13, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 2453 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
HOMELAND PROCUREMENT REFORM ACT
H.R. 2083 (S. 3377)
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 regarding the procurement of certain
items related to national security interests for Department of Homeland Security
frontline operational components, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Homeland Procurement Reform Act’’ (H.R. 2083) would re-
form the way the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) pro-
cures uniform and protective equipment for its components. The
bill seeks to ensure that quality uniforms and equipment are
issued to DHS frontline personnel and encourage the procurement
of domestically sourced uniform items. Under the Act, the Sec-
retary of Homeland Security is required to ensure, to the maximum
extent possible, that at least one-third of the funds obligated for
the procurement of uniforms and protective equipment be used to
purchase goods manufactured or provided by entities that qualify
as a U.S. small business.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 2083
H.R. 2083 was introduced in the House on April 4, 2019 by Mr.
Correa and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
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On May 15, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security consid-
ered H.R. 2083 and ordered the measure to be reported favorably
to the House, as amended, by unanimous consent.
On May 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 2083 (H. Rpt.
116–90).
On June 10, 2019, H.R. 2083 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On June 11, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 2083 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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H.R. 5574
H.R. 5574 was introduced in the House on April 18, 2018 by Mr.
Taylor of Virginia and referred to the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity.
On April 27, 2018, H.R. 5574 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Oversight and Management Efficiency.
HOMELAND SECURITY IMPROVEMENT ACT
H.R. 2203
To increase transparency, accountability, and community engagement within the
Department of Homeland Security, provide independent oversight of border security
activities, improve training for agents and officers of U.S. Customs and Border Pro-
tection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Homeland Security Improvement Act’’ (H.R. 2203) creates
an independent ombudsman at the Department of Homeland Secu-
rity (DHS) to improve oversight as well as provide redress for
harmful conditions in immigration detention facilities and other re-
lated policies carried out by U.S. Customs and Border Protection
(CBP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 2203
H.R. 2203 was introduced in the House on April 10, 2019 by Ms.
Escobar and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and,
in addition, the Committee on the Judiciary, and Ways and Means.
On April 23, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity referred H.R. 2203 to the Subcommittee on Border Security,
Facilitation, and Operations.
On July 17, 2019, upon the discharge of H.R. 2203 from the Sub-
committee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations, the
Committee on Homeland Security considered H.R. 2203 and or-
dered to be reported favorably to the House, as amended, to the
House by a recorded vote of 16 yeas and 13 nays. On July 19, 2019,
H.R. 2203 was discharged from further consideration by the Com-
mittees on Judiciary and Ways and Means and was reported by the
Committee on Homeland Security (H. Rpt. 116–163).
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On September 24, 2019, the Committee on Rules met to consider
H.R. 2203 and reported H. Res. 577 to the House that provides for
consideration of H.R. 2203 one hour of general debate and a motion
to recommit with or without instructions.
On September 25, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Ways
and Means sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on Home-
land Security agreeing that, in order to expedite consideration on
the House Floor, the Committee on Ways and Means would not
seek a sequential referral of H.R. 2203. On that same date, the
Chair of the Committee on Homeland Security responded acknowl-
edging the jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Ways and
Means and the agreement to not seek a sequential referral of H.R.
2203. The letter further agreed to support the request for conferees
should a House-Senate Conference be called.
On September 25, 2019, H.R. 2203 was considered in the House
pursuant to H. Res. 577. A motion to recommit with instructions
to the Committee on Homeland Security, offered by Mr. Green of
Tennessee, failed by a recorded vote of 207 yeas and 216 nays (Roll
No. 545) and H.R. 2203 passed the House by a recorded vote of 230
yeas and 194 nays (Roll No. 546).
On September 26, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 2203 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
STRENGTHENING LOCAL TRANSPORTATION SECURITY CAPABILITIES
ACT OF 2019
H.R. 2539
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to prioritize the assignment of cer-
tain officers and intelligence analysts from the Transportation Security Administra-
tion and the Office of Intelligence and Analysis of the Department of Homeland Se-
curity to locations with participating State, local, and regional fusion centers in ju-
risdictions with a high-risk surface transportation asset in order to enhance the se-
curity of such assets, including by improving timely sharing of classified information
regarding terrorist and other threats, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Strengthening Local Transportation Security Capabilities
Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 2539) seeks to increase information sharing and
improve the availability of security clearances to appropriate stake-
holders involved in transportation security of high-risk surface
transportation systems. The bill also authorizes the Secretary of
Homeland Security to develop a training program for law enforce-
ment agencies focused on the protection of surface transportation
systems.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 2539
H.R. 2539 was introduced in the House on May 7, 2019 by Ms.
Barragan and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
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On May 15, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 2539 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House by unani-
mous consent.
On May 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 2539 (H. Rept.
116–93).
On June 10, 2019, H.R. 2539 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by a 2/3 recorded vote of 384
yeas to 13 nays (Roll No. 243).
On June 11, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 2539 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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H.R. 5089
H.R. 5089 was introduced in the House on February 26, 2018 by
Ms. Barragán and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity.
On March 1, 2018, the Committee referred H.R. 5089 to the Sub-
committee on Transportation and Protective Security.
On March 7, 2018, upon the discharge of H.R. 5089 from the
Subcommittee on Transportation and Protective Security, the Com-
mittee considered H.R. 5089 on ordered the measure to be reported
favorably to the House, without amendment, by unanimous con-
sent.
On March 19, 2018, the Committee reported H.R. 5089 (H. Rpt.
115–604) and H.R. 5089 was considered under suspension of the
Rules.
On March 22, 2018, H.R. 5089 was passed in the House by a 2/
3 recorded vote of 397 yeas and 1 nay (Roll No. 129). On March
22, 2018, the Senate received, read twice, and referred H.R. 5089
to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
UNIFYING DHS INTELLIGENCE ENTERPRISE ACT
H.R. 2589
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a homeland intelligence
doctrine for the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Unifying DHS Intelligence Enterprise Act’’ (H.R. 2589) re-
quires the Secretary of Homeland Security, acting through the
Chief Intelligence Officer and in coordination with other Depart-
ment of Homeland Security entities, to develop and disseminate
Department-wide guidance regarding the processing, analysis, pro-
duction, and dissemination of homeland security information and
terrorism information. The bill also amends the Homeland Security
Act to require that an experience and qualified staff be provided to
the Chief Intelligence Officer.
Legislative History
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H.R. 2589
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H.R. 2589 was introduced in the House on May 8, 2019 by Mr.
Green of Tennessee and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security.
On May 15, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 2589 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House, as
amended, by unanimous consent.
On May 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 2589 (H. Rpt.
116–94).
On September 26, 2019, H.R. 2589 was considered under suspen-
sion of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On October 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 2589 the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On March 11, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs ordered H.R. 2589 to be reported favorably
to the Senate with an amendment in the nature of a substitute.
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H.R. 2468
H.R. 2468 was introduced in the House on May 16, 2017 by Mr.
Perry and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On May 17, 2017, H.R 2468 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.
On May 18, 2017, the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and In-
telligence considered H.R. 2468 and ordered the measure to be for-
warded favorably to the Full Committee for consideration, without
amendment, by voice vote.
The Chair of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intel-
ligence sent a letter on September 8, 2017, to the Chair of the
Committee on Homeland Security agreeing that, in order to expe-
dite consideration of H.R. 2468 on the House Floor, the Select Com-
mittee on Intelligence would not seek a sequential referral of H.R.
2468. The Chair of the Committee on Homeland Security re-
sponded on September 11, 2017, acknowledging the jurisdictional
interests of the Select Committee on Intelligence and the agree-
ment to forego a request for a sequential referral of H.R. 2468. The
letter further agreed to support the request for Conferees should a
House-Senate Conference be called.
On September 12, 2017, the House considered H.R. 2468 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On September 13, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 2468 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
DHS ACQUISITION REVIEW BOARD ACT OF 2019
H.R. 2609
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish the Acquisition Review
Board in the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
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Summary
The ‘‘DHS Acquisition Review Board Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 2609)
codifies the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Acquisition
Review Board (ARB). The bill authorizes the USM to lead the De-
partment’s acquisition oversight body, the ARB, which oversees
major acquisition programs, as well as establish acquisition policies
to which all Department components shall comply.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 2609
H.R. 2609 was introduced in the House on May 9, 2019 by Mr.
Crenshaw and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On May 15, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 2609 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On May 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 2609 (H. Rpt.
116–96).
On June 10, 2019, H.R. 2609 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by a 2/3 recorded vote of 419
yeas to 0 nays (Roll No. 248).
On June 12, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 2609 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
HOMELAND SECURITY FOR CHILDREN ACT
H.R. 2932
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to ensure that the needs of children
are considered in homeland security planning, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Homeland Security for Children Act’’ (H.R. 2932) seeks to
ensure that the needs of children are considered in homeland secu-
rity planning. Specifically, the bill authorizes a technical expert at
the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to identify
and integrate the needs of children into preparedness, response, re-
covery, and mitigation activities. The bill would also include the
consideration of children’s needs into Departmental policy through
the Office of Strategy, Policy, and Plans.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 2932
H.R. 2932 was introduced in the House on May 22, 2019 by Mr.
Payne and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and
in addition to, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastruc-
ture.
On May 23, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure referred H.R. 2932 to the Subcommittee on Eco-
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nomic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Manage-
ment.
On June 11, 2019, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity referred H.R. 2932 to the Subcommittee on Emergency Pre-
paredness, Response, and Recovery.
On October 23, 2019, the Subcommittee on Emergency Prepared-
ness, Response, and Recovery was discharged, and the Committee
on Homeland Security considered H.R. 2932 and ordered it to be
reported favorably to the House by unanimous consent.
On January 8, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security re-
ported H.R. 2932 (H. Rpt. 116–370, Part I) and the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure was discharged.
On January 7, 2020, the Chair of the Committee on Transpor-
tation and Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Com-
mittee on Homeland Security, agreeing that, in order to expedite
consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on Transpor-
tation and Infrastructure would not seek a sequential referral of
H.R. 2932. On that same date, the Chair of the Committee on
Homeland Security responded acknowledging the jurisdictional in-
terests of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and
the agreement to not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 2932. The
letter further agreed to support the request for conferees should a
House-Senate Conference be called.
On February 10, 2020, H.R. 2932 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by a 2/3 recorded vote
of 374 yeas to 11 nays (Roll No. 55).
On February 11, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 2932 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
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H.R. 1372
H.R. 1372 was introduced in the House on March 6, 2017 by Mr.
Payne and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and
in addition to, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastruc-
ture.
On March 7, 2017, the Chair of the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure referred H.R. 1372 to the Subcommittee on Eco-
nomic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
On March 8, 2017, the Committee on Homeland Security consid-
ered H.R. 1372 and ordered it to be reported favorably to the
House, as amended, by voice vote.
On March 10, 2017, the Chair of the Committee on Transpor-
tation and Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Com-
mittee on Homeland Security, agreeing that, in order to expedite
consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on Transpor-
tation and Infrastructure would waive further consideration of H.R.
1372. On March 16, 2017, the Chair of the Committee on Home-
land Security responded, acknowledging to the jurisdictional inter-
ests of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and
the agreement to waive further consideration.
On April 24, 2017, the Committee reported H.R. 1372 (H. Rpt.
115–92, Part I).
On April 25, 2017, H.R. 1372 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
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On April 26, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1372 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
TRAVELING PARENTS SCREENING CONSISTENCY ACT OF 2019
H.R. 3246
To require GAO review of certain TSA screening protocols, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Traveling Parents Screening Consistency Act of 2019’’ (H.R.
3246) seeks to require the Government Accountability Office (GAO)
to review certain Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
screening protocols. This bill requires GAO to conduct a review of
TSA’s implementation of the ‘‘Bottles and Breastfeeding Equipment
Screening Act’’ (P.L. 114–293), as well as TSA’s effectiveness in en-
suring protocol clarity and consistency relating to the screening of
formula, breast milk, purified deionized water for infants, and
juice. Lastly, the bill requires GAO to issue recommendations for
improving TSA’s overall screening practices for such items.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3246
H.R. 3246 was introduced in the House on June 13, 2019 by Mr.
Taylor and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On June 25, 2019, H.R. 3246 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Transportation and Maritime Security.
On July 17, 2019, the Subcommittee on Transportation and Mar-
itime Security was discharged, and the Committee considered H.R.
3246 and ordered it to be reported favorably to the House by unani-
mous consent.
On August 27, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3246 (H. Rpt.
116–187).
On September 26, 2019, H.R. 3246 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On October 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3246 to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
EMERGING TRANSPORTATION SECURITY THREATS ACT OF 2019
H.R. 3318
To require the Transportation Security Administration to establish a task force to
conduct an analysis of emerging and potential future threats to transportation secu-
rity, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Emerging Transportation Security Threats Act of 2019’’
(H.R. 3318) seeks to require the Transportation Security Adminis-
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tration to establish a task force to analyze emerging and potential
future threats to transportation security.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3318
H.R. 3318 was introduced in the House on June 18, 2019 by Mr.
Joyce of Pennsylvania and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security.
On June 27, 2019, H.R. 3318 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Transportation and Maritime Security.
On July 17, 2019, the Subcommittee on Transportation and Mar-
itime Security was discharged, and the Committee considered H.R.
3318 and ordered it to be reported favorably to the House by unani-
mous consent.
On August 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3318 (H. Rpt.
116–195).
On December 9, 2019, H.R. 3318 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On December 10, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3318 to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
DHS ACQUISITION REFORM ACT OF 2019
H.R. 3413
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for certain acquisition au-
thorities for the Under Secretary of Management of the Department of Homeland
Security, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘DHS Acquisition Reform Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 3413) will pro-
vide certain acquisition authorities for the Under Secretary of Man-
agement (USM) of the Department of Homeland Security. Specifi-
cally, H.R. 3413 designates the USM as the Department’s Chief Ac-
quisition Officer responsible for approving, pausing, modifying, or
canceling major acquisition programs, as needed. The bill author-
izes the USM to lead the Department’s acquisition oversight body,
the Acquisition Review Board, which oversees major acquisition
programs, as well as establish acquisition policies to which all De-
partment components shall comply.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3413
H.R. 3413 was introduced in the House on June 21, 2019 by Mr.
Crenshaw and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 2, 2019, H.R. 3413 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Oversight, Management, and Accountability.
On July 17, 2019, the Subcommittee on Oversight, Management,
and Accountability was discharged and the Committee considered
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H.R. 3413 and ordered it to be reported favorably to the House, as
amended, by unanimous consent.
On August 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3413 (H. Rpt.
116–190).
On February 10, 2020, H.R. 3413 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by a 2/3 recorded vote
of 380 yeas to 4 nays (Roll No. 56).
On February 11, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3413 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
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H.R. 1252
H.R. 1252 was introduced in the House on February 28, 2017 by
Mr. Higgins of Louisiana and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security.
On March 8, 2017, the Committee considered H.R. 1252 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House, as amended, by
voice vote.
On March 10, 2017, the Chair of the Committee on Science,
Space, and Technology sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee
on Homeland Security, agreeing that, in order to expedite consider-
ation on the House Floor, the Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology would not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 1252. On
that same date, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Security
responded acknowledging the agreement to not seek a sequential
referral of H.R. 1252 and the support for a request for Conferees
should a House-Senate Conference be called.
On March 20, 2017, the Committee reported H.R. 1252 (H. Rpt.
115–47).
On March 20, 2017, H.R. 1252 was considered in the House and
passed, as amended, by a 2/3 recorded vote of 407 yeas to 1 nay
(Roll No. 175).
On March 21, 2017, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 1252 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
COVERT TESTING AND RISK MITIGATION IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2019
H.R. 3469
To direct the Transportation Security Administration to carry out covert testing and
risk mitigation improvement of aviation security operations, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Covert Testing and Risk Mitigation Improvement Act of
2019’’ (H.R. 3469) establishes standards for the covert testing proc-
ess that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) uses to
evaluate its aviation security operations. The bill also requires the
Administrator of the TSA to develop a system to address and miti-
gate vulnerabilities identified through covert testing.
Legislative History
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H.R. 3469
H.R. 3469 was introduced in the House on June 25, 2019 by Mr.
Cummings and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 18, 2019, H.R. 3469 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Transportation and Maritime Security.
On October 23, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 3469 and
ordered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On November 19, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3469 (H.
Rpt. 116–298).
On December 9, 2019, H.R. 3469 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On December 10, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3469 to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
U.S. BORDER PATROL MEDICAL SCREENING STANDARDS ACT
H.R. 3525
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Commissioner of U.S.
Customs and Border Protection to establish uniform processes for medical screening
of individuals interdicted between ports of entry, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘U.S. Border Patrol Medical Screening Standards Act’’ (H.R.
3525) seeks to improve medical screenings performed by U.S. Bor-
der Patrol for migrants encountered along the southwest border.
The bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to
establish an electronic health records system to maintain informa-
tion on all individuals in custody of DHS components operating
along the borders of the United States.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3525
H.R. 3525 was introduced in the House on June 27, 2019 by Ms.
Underwood and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 17, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 3525 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House, as amended, by
voice vote.
On September 18, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3525 (H.
Rpt. 116–211).
On September 24, 2019, the Committee on Rules met to consider
H.R. 3525 and approved H. Res. 577, which provided for consider-
ation of H.R. 3525.
On September 26, 2019, H.R. 3525 was considered in the House
under the prevision of H. Res. 577. A motion to recommit with in-
structions to the Committee on Homeland Security, offered by Mr.
Green of Tennessee, failed by a recorded vote of 202 yeas to 213
nays (Roll No. 551). H.R. 3525 passed the House by a recorded vote
of 230 yeas to 184 nays (Roll No. 552).
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On October 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3525 to the Committee on the Judiciary.
COUNTER TERRORIST NETWORK ACT
H.R. 3526
To authorize certain counter terrorist networks activities of U.S. Customs and Bor-
der Protection, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Counter Terrorist Network Act’’ (H.R. 3526) will authorize
certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) efforts to pre-
vent terrorists and other nefarious actors from exploiting legitimate
avenues of traveling to and entering the United States by deploy-
ing analysts from CBP’s National Targeting Center to participate
in overseas global information sharing partnership operations.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3526
H.R. 3526 was introduced in the House on June 27, 2019 by Ms.
Underwood and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 17, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 3526 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On August 27, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3526 (H. Rpt.
116–189).
On September 26, 2019, H.R. 3526 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On October 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3526 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
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H.R. 4578
H.R. 4578 was introduced in the House on December 6, 2017 by
Mr. Vela and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On December 13, 2017, the Committee considered H.R. 4578 and
ordered it to be reported favorably to the House by voice vote.
On January 9, 2018, the Committee reported H.R. 4578 (H. Rpt.
115–492).
On January 9, 2018, H.R. 4578 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and on January 11, 2018, it was
passed, as amended, by a 2/3 recorded vote of 410 yeas to 2 nays
(Roll No. 17).
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WEATHERIZING INFRASTRUCTURE IN THE NORTH AND TERRORISM
EMERGENCY READINESS ACT OF 2019
H.R. 3669
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct a collective response to
a terrorism exercise that includes the management of cascading effects on critical
infrastructure during times of extreme cold weather, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism
Emergency Readiness Act of 2019’’ or WINTER Act (H.R. 3669)
would direct the Department of Homeland Security to develop and
conduct a terrorism training exercise that addresses the effects of
a successful terrorist attack on critical infrastructure during an ex-
treme cold weather event. The exercise will involve a terrorist at-
tack, an extreme cold weather event, the effects on critical infra-
structure, and how the effects of a successful attack against critical
infrastructure could be mitigated by emergency managers, state of-
ficials, and community stakeholders.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3669
H.R. 3669 was introduced in the House on July 10, 2019 by Ms.
Slotkin and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 17, 2019, the Committee considered H.R 3669 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On November 22, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3669 (H.
Rept. 116–308).
On December 9, 2019, H.R. 3669 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On December 10, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3669 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
SHORT-TERM DETENTION STANDARDS ACT
H.R. 3670
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to ensure access to appropriate tem-
porary shelter, food, and water for individuals apprehended by U.S. Customs and
Border Protection, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Short-Term Detention Standards Act’’ (H.R. 3670) amends
the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the Commissioner of
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to establish standards
to provide necessities to apprehended individuals to include access
to bathroom and shower facilities, appropriate nutrition, hygiene,
personal grooming items, and sanitation needs.
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Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3670
H.R. 3670 was introduced in the House on July 10, 2019 by Ms.
Slotkin and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 17, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 3670 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House, as amended, by
voice vote.
On July 25, 2019, H.R. 3670 was considered in the House under
suspension of the Rules and passed, as amended, by voice vote.
On July 29, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 3670 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
TRUSTED TRAVELER RECONSIDERATION AND RESTORATION ACT OF
2019
H.R. 3675
To require a review of Department of Homeland Security trusted traveler programs,
and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Trusted Traveler Reconsideration and Restoration Act of
2019’’ (H.R. 3675) would require the Comptroller General to review
the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) trusted traveler pro-
grams to evaluate the process for review and redress when some-
one is denied enrollment in a program due to incorrect information.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3675
H.R. 3675 was introduced in the House on July 10, 2019 by Mr.
Katko and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 17, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 3675 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On August 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3675 (H. Rpt.
116–191).
On September 26, 2019, H.R. 3675 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On October 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3675 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On March 11, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 3675 and ordered it to be re-
ported favorably to the Senate, without amendment.
On June 25, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs reported H.R. 3675 (S. Rpt. 116–237).
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TRANSLATE ACT
H.R. 3691
To require the TSA to develop a plan to ensure that TSA material disseminated in
major airports can be better understood by more people accessing such airports, and
for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Reaching
Across Nationalities, Societies, and Languages to Advance Traveler
Education Act’’ or ‘‘TRANSLATE Act’’ (H.R. 3691) requires the TSA
to identify the languages that are primary to individuals that work
at and travel through each major airport in the United States and
to develop a plan to disseminate materials in major airports to im-
prove communications with those populations.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3691
H.R. 3691 was introduced in the House on July 10, 2019 by Ms.
Titus and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 17, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 3691 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On September 11, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3691 (H.
Rpt. 116–201).
On September 26, 2019, H.R. 3691 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On October 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3691 to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
HELPING FAMILIES FLY ACT OF 2019
H.R. 3694
To require the Transportation Security Administration to implement training for
frontline Administration personnel regarding the screening of pregnant women and
families with young children at passenger screening checkpoints, and for other pur-
poses.
Summary
The ‘‘Helping Families Fly Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 3694) seeks to re-
quire the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to imple-
ment training for frontline personnel regarding the screening of
pregnant women and families with young children at passenger
screening checkpoints.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3694
H.R. 3694 was introduced in the House on July 11, 2019 by Mrs.
Lesko and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
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On July 17, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 3694 and or-
dered it to be reported favorably to the House by unanimous con-
sent.
On August 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3694 (H. Rept.
116–192).
On September 26, 2019, H.R. 3694 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed by voice vote.
On October 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3694 to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
CYBERSECURITY VULNERABILITY REMEDIATION ACT
H.R. 3710
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for the remediation of cy-
bersecurity vulnerabilities, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Cybersecurity Vulnerability Remediation Act’’ (H.R. 3710)
seeks to improve how the Department of Homeland Security’s
(DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
helps Federal and non-Federal entities manage known cybersecu-
rity risks. The bill would authorize the CISA Director to identify,
develop, and disseminate actionable protocols to mitigate cyberse-
curity vulnerabilities—including for software or hardware that is
no longer supported by the vendor. Additionally, the bill would au-
thorize the DHS Under Secretary for Science and Technology to es-
tablish an incentive-based program that allows industry, individ-
uals, academia, and others to compete in providing remediation so-
lutions for cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3710
H.R. 3710 was introduced in the House on July 11, 2019 by Ms.
Jackson Lee and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 17, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 3710 and or-
dered the measure to be reported favorably to the House by unani-
mous consent.
On August 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3710 (H. Rpt.
116–193).
On September 26, 2019, H.R. 3710 was considered in the House
under suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice
vote.
On October 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3710 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
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JOINT TASK FORCE TO COMBAT OPIOID TRAFFICKING ACT OF 2019
H.R. 3722
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize a Joint Task Force to
enhance integration of the Department of Homeland Security’s border security oper-
ations to detect, interdict, disrupt, and prevent narcotics, such as fentanyl and other
synthetic opioids, from entering the United States, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Joint Task Force to Combat Opioid Trafficking Act of 2019’’
(H.R. 3722) provides the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
with authorization to establish a Joint Task Force (JTF) to enhance
the integration of DHS’s border security operations to detect, inter-
dict, disrupt, and prevent narcotics, such as fentanyl and other
synthetic opioids, from entering the United States.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 3722
H.R. 3722 was introduced on July 11, 2019 by Mr. Langevin and
referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On July 17, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 3722 and or-
dered the measure to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation by unanimous consent.
On August 30, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 3722 ((H. Rpt.
116–194).
On September 26, 2019, the House considered H.R. 3722 under
suspension of the Rules.
On September 27, 2019, the House passed H.R. 3722 by a 2/3 re-
corded vote of 403 yeas and 1 nays (Roll No. 554).
On October 15, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 3526 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
INLAND WATERS SECURITY REVIEW ACT
H.R. 4402
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct an inland waters threat
analysis, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Inland Waters Security Review Act’’ (H.R. 4402) requires
the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to submit to Congress
an analysis of current and potential terrorism and criminal threats
with respect to inland waters. In doing so, DHS must take into ac-
count technology, personnel, law enforcement cooperation, public-
private partnerships, and challenges posed by geography.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 4402
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H.R. 4402 was introduced on September 19, 2019 by Mrs. Lesko
and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On October 2, 2019, H.R. 4402 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Intelligence and Counterterrorism.
On October 23, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 4402 and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation by unanimous consent.
On November 19, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 4402 as H.
Rept. 116–299.
On December 9, 2019, the House considered H.R. 4402 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On December 10, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 4402 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
PROTECTING CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE AGAINST DRONES AND
EMERGING THREATS ACT
H.R. 4432
To require the Department of Homeland Security to prepare a terrorism threat as-
sessment relating to unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Protecting Critical Infrastructure Against Drones and
Emerging Threats Act’’ (H.R. 4432) requires the Under Secretary
for Intelligence and Analysis of the Department of Homeland Secu-
rity (DHS) to partner with other Federal agencies, State and local
governments, and private sector entities to obtain terrorism threat
information relating to unmanned aircraft systems and other
emerging technologies. Additionally, the bill requires DHS to de-
velop a threat assessment of the amassed information and create
a secure information sharing platform where the agency can collect
and analyze data from its partners and critical infrastructure own-
ers and operators.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 4432
H.R. 4432 was introduced in the House on September 20, 2019
by Mr. Richmond and referred to the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity.
On September 25, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 4432
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a favor-
able recommendation as amended by unanimous consent.
On November 22, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 4432 (H.
Rpt. 116–309).
On February 10, 2020, the House considered H.R. 4432 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On February 11, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 4432 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS
AND CIVIL LIBERTIES AUTHORIZATION ACT
H.R. 4713
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to make certain improvements in the
Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties of the Department of Homeland Security,
and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Department of Homeland Security Office for Civil Rights
and Civil Liberties Authorization Act’’ (H.R. 4713) seeks to
strengthen the role of the Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
(CRCL) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS or De-
partment) to ensure the protection of individual rights for those af-
fected by DHS programs and activities. This bill authorizes CRCL
to integrate civil rights and civil liberties into all Department pro-
grams and activities by reviewing Departmental policies, proce-
dures, and activities; reviewing, assessing, and investigating com-
plaints and information indicating possible abuses of civil rights
and civil liberties; conducting civil rights and civil liberties impact
assessments; and providing recommendations and other technical
assistance within DHS, among other functions.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 4713
H.R. 4713 was introduced in the House on October 17, 2019 by
Mr. Green of Texas and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security.
On October 23, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 4713 and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation by unanimous consent.
On November 19, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 4713 (H.
Rpt. 116–300).
On December 9, 2019, the House considered H.R. 4713 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On December 10, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 4713 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On March 11, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 4713 and ordered the meas-
ure to be reported favorably to the Senate with an amendment in
the nature of a substitute.
On October 19, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs reported H.R. 4713 (S. Rpt. 116–280).
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY MENTOR PROTÉGÉ PROGRAM
ACT OF 2019
H.R. 4727
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a mentor-protégé pro-
gram, and for other purposes.
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Summary
The ‘‘Department of Homeland Security Mentor-Protege Program
Act of 2019’’ (H.R. 4727) seeks to encourage large business prime
contractors to mentor small businesses to help position them to ef-
fectively compete for future federal government contracts. Mentor
firms are encouraged to offer technical, managerial, and financial
assistance to protege firms through incentives, such as additional
credit when being evaluated for future DHS contracts. To ensure
that Congress monitors the effectiveness of the program, the bill
requires DHS to report annually to Congress on program participa-
tion, including the benefits provided to small business participants.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 4727
H.R. 4727 was introduced in the House on October 17, 2019, by
Mr. McEachin and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity.
On October 23, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 4727 and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House, as amended, with
a favorable recommendation by unanimous consent.
On November 22, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 4727 to the
House (H. Rpt. 116–310).
On December 9, 2019, the House considered H.R. 4727 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On December 10, 2019, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 4727 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
On July 22, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs considered H.R. 4727 and ordered the meas-
ure to be reported favorably to the House, as amended.
On November 9, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs reported H.R. 4727 (S. Rpt. 116–287).
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY CLIMATE CHANGE RESEARCH
ACT
H.R. 4737
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the Under Secretary for
Science and Technology of the Department of Homeland Security to research and
evaluate existing Federal research regarding approaches to mitigate climate change
on homeland security to identify areas for further research within the Department,
research and develop approaches to mitigate the consequences of climate change on
homeland security, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Department of Homeland Security Climate Change Re-
search Act’’ (H.R. 4737) would direct the Department of Homeland
Security (the Department or DHS)’s Science and Technology Direc-
torate to assess current Federal research regarding the connection
between climate change and homeland security to identify research
gaps and, to the extent practical, conduct additional research to fill
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identified gaps. In addition to focusing on how climate change can
result in competition for resources, economic distress, and social
discontent, the research shall consider the degree to which climate
change is reflected in terrorism preparedness, and whether Federal
spending mechanisms are adequately structured to respond to dis-
asters that are aggravated by climate change.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 4737
H.R. 4737 was introduced in the House on October 18, 2019 by
Ms. Clarke of New York and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space,
and Technology.
On October 23, 2019, the Committee on Homeland Security con-
sidered H.R. 4737 and ordered it to be reported to the House, as
amended, with a favorable recommendation by unanimous consent.
On January 10, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security re-
ported H.R. 4737 to the House (H. Rpt. 116–375).
On January 8, 2020, the Chair of the Committee on Science,
Space, and Technology sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee
on Homeland Security agreeing that, in order to expedite consider-
ation on the House Floor, the Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology would not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 4737. On
that same date, the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Security
responded acknowledging the jurisdictional interests of the Com-
mittee on Science, Space, and Technology and the agreement to not
seek a sequential referral of H.R. 4737. The letter further agreed
to support the request for conferees should a House-Senate Con-
ference be called.
On February 10, 2020, the House considered H.R. 4737 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On February 11, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 4737 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
DRONE ORIGIN SECURITY ENHANCEMENT ACT
H.R. 4753
To prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from operating or procuring foreign-
made unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Drone Origin Security Enhancement Act’’ (H.R. 4753) would
prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from operating, pro-
viding financial assistance for, or entering or renewing a contract
for the procurement of certain unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).
Specifically, the prohibition applies to UAS manufactured in or con-
sisting of parts made in foreign countries that the Department of
Defense defines as ‘‘strategic competitors’’ in its 2018 National De-
fense Strategy.
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Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 4753
H.R. 4753 was introduced in the House on October 18, 2019 by
Mr. Crenshaw and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity.
On October 23, 2019, the Committee considered H.R. 4753 and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House, as amended, with
a favorable recommendation by unanimous consent.
On November 19, 2019, the Committee reported H.R. 4753 to the
House (H. Rpt. 116–301).
On February 10, 2020, the House considered H.R. 4753 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
On February 11, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and re-
ferred H.R. 4753 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gov-
ernmental Affairs.
TRANSNATIONAL WHITE SUPREMACIST EXTREMISM REVIEW ACT
H.R. 5736
To direct the Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis of the Department of
Homeland Security to develop and disseminate a threat assessment regarding
threats to the United States associated with foreign violent white supremacist ex-
tremist organizations, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Transnational White Supremacist Extremism Review Act’’
(H.R. 5736) requires the Under Secretary for Intelligence and Anal-
ysis of the Department of Homeland Security to conduct a ter-
rorism threat assessment regarding threats to the United States
associated with foreign violent white supremacist extremist organi-
zations.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 5736
H.R. 5736 was introduced in the House on January 30, 2020 by
Mr. Rose of New York and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security and was further referred to the Subcommittee on Intel-
ligence and Counterterrorism.
On February 12, 2020, the Committee considered H.R. 5736 and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House, as amended, with
a favorable recommendation by unanimous consent.
On September 30, 2020, the House considered H.R. 5736 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
On October 1, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 5736 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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DHS BLUE CAMPAIGN ENHANCEMENT ACT
H.R. 5804
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to enhance the Blue Campaign of the
Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘DHS Blue Campaign Enhancement Act’’ (H.R. 5804) seeks
to enhance human trafficking prevention training opportunities
and the development of such trainings and materials. The legisla-
tion requires the Director of the Blue Campaign—the Department
of Homeland Security’s (DHS) coordinated effort to address human
trafficking—to develop and provide online training videos to indi-
viduals, including law enforcement officers. It also establishes an
Advisory Board composed of DHS components and offices to be con-
sulted by the Director on the development of training and mate-
rials, and awareness campaigns to prevent human trafficking.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 5804
H.R. 5804 was introduced in the House on February 7, 2020 by
Mr. Crenshaw and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary.
On February 12, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security con-
sidered H.R. 5804 and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House, as amended, with a favorable recommendation by unani-
mous consent.
On September 11, 2020, the Committee on Homeland Security
reported H.R. 5804 to the House as (H. Rpt. 116–498, Part I) and
the Committee on the Judiciary was discharged.
On September 4, 2020, the Chair of the Committee on the Judici-
ary sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity, agreeing that, in order to expedite consideration on the House
Floor, the Committee on the Judiciary would not seek a sequential
referral of H.R. 5804. On that same date, the Chair of the Com-
mittee on Homeland Security responded acknowledging the juris-
dictional interests of the Committee on the Judiciary and the
agreement to not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 5804. The letter
further agreed to support the request for conferees should a House-
Senate Conference be called.
On September 30, 2020, the House considered H.R. 5804 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
On October 1, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 5804 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
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TSA PERSONNEL WORKPLACE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2020
H.R. 5811
To require the Transportation Security Administration to provide nursing facilities
and paid parental leave for Administration personnel, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘TSA Personnel Workplace Improvement Act of 2020’’ (H.R.
5811) would require the Transportation Security Administration
(TSA) to ensure personnel have adequate access to facilities des-
ignated for use by nursing mothers in the workplace. The bill re-
quires that such facilities be assessed for cleanliness, safety, and
accessibility, provided free of charge, private and free from intru-
sion, and available for personnel to use with a reasonable break
time. Additionally, the bill requires TSA to coordinate with the Na-
tional Institutes for Health and the labor organization representing
screening personnel in carrying out such requirements. This bill
also provides all TSA employees at least 12 weeks of paid parental
leave.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 5811
H.R. 5811 was introduced in the House on February 6, 2020 by
Mr. Katko and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On February 12, 2020, the Committee considered H.R. 5811 and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House, as amended, with
a favorable recommendation by unanimous consent.
On September 30, 2020, the House considered H.R. 5811 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
On October 1, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 5811 to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Tech-
nology.
HOMELAND SECURITY ACQUISITION PROFESSIONAL CAREER
PROGRAM ACT
H.R. 5822
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish an acquisition profes-
sional career program, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘Homeland Security Acquisition Professional Career Pro-
gram Act’’ (H.R. 5822) authorizes a Department of Homeland Secu-
rity (DHS) program for developing a cadre of acquisition profes-
sionals within DHS. The bill outlines the requirements for the pro-
gram, which includes acquisition training, on-the-job experience,
Department-wide rotations, mentoring, shadowing, and other ca-
reer development opportunities for participants. The bill also re-
quires the DHS Secretary to report annually to Congress through
fiscal year 2026 on various aspects of the program, including the
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DHS components and offices that participated, attrition and reten-
tion rates, and DHS’ recruitment efforts for the program.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 5822
H.R. 5822 was introduced in the House on February 6, 2020 by
Ms. Titus and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
On February 12, 2020, the Committee considered H.R. 5822 and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House, as amended, with
a favorable recommendation by unanimous consent.
On August 14, 2020, the Committee reported H.R. 5822 to the
House (H. Rpt. 116–475).
On September 30, 2020, the House considered H.R. 5822 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
On October 1, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 5822 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
STATE AND LOCAL CYBERSECURITY IMPROVEMENT ACT
H.R. 5823
To establish a program to make grants to States to address cybersecurity risks and
cybersecurity threats to information systems of State, local, Tribal, or territorial
governments, and for other purposes.
Summary
The ‘‘State and Local Cybersecurity Improvement Act’’ (H.R.
5823) seeks to foster a stronger partnership between the Federal
government and State and local governments to defend their State
and local networks against the cyberattacks from sophisticated for-
eign adversaries or cyber criminals. It would authorize a new $400
million Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grant program to
address cybersecurity vulnerabilities on State and local government
networks. The bill also requires the Cybersecurity and Infrastruc-
ture Security Agency (CISA) to develop a strategy to improve the
cybersecurity of State, local, Tribal, and territorial governments,
set baseline objectives for State and local cybersecurity efforts, and,
among other things, identify Federal resources that could be made
available to State and local governments for cybersecurity pur-
poses. CISA would also be required to assess the feasibility of im-
plementing a short-term rotational program for the detail of ap-
proved State, local, Tribal, and territorial government employees in
cyber workforce positions at CISA. Lastly, the bill establishes a
State and Local Cybersecurity Resiliency Committee comprised of
representatives from State, local, Tribal, and territorial govern-
ments to advise and provide situational awareness to CISA regard-
ing the cybersecurity needs of such governments.
Legislative History
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H.R. 5823
H.R. 5823 was introduced in the House on February 10, 2020 by
Mr. Richmond and referred to the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity.
On February 12, 2020, the Committee considered H.R. 5823 and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House, as amended, with
a favorable recommendation by unanimous consent.
On August 18, 2020, the Committee reported H.R. 5823 to the
House (H. Rpt. 116–478).
On September 30, 2020, the House considered H.R. 5823 under
suspension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
On October 1, 2020, the Senate received, read twice, and referred
H.R. 5823 to the Committee on Homeland Security and Govern-
mental Affairs.
TO EXTEND THE CHEMICAL FACILITY ANTI-TERRORISM STANDARDS
PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
H.R. 6160
To extend the chemical facility anti-terrorism standards program of the Department
of Homeland Security.
Summary
This measure extended the authorization for the Department of
Homeland Security’s Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards
Program (CFATS) for a year and a half.
Legislative History
116th Congress
H.R. 6160
H.R. 6160 was introduced in the House on March 9, 2020 by Mr.
Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on Home-
land Security, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and
Commerce.
On March 14, 2020, Mr. Thompson asked unanimous consent
that H.R. 6160 be to discharged from committee and considered in
the House.
On March 14, 2020, H.R. 6160 was considered in the House by
unanimous consent and passed without objection.
On March 16, 2020, H.R. 6160 was received in the Senate.
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OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES OF THE FULL COMMITTEE
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas MIKE ROGERS, Alabama
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island PETER T. KING, New York
VACANT MICHAEL T. MCCAUL, Texas
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey JOHN KATKO, New York
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York MARK WALKER, North Carolina
J. LUIS CORREA, California CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
MAX ROSE, New York MARK GREEN, Tennessee
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
AL GREEN, Texas DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
DINA TITUS, Nevada MIKE GARCIA, California
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida
During the 116th Congress, the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity held 26 Full Committee hearings, receiving testimony from 79
witnesses.
ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF THE COMMITTEE
The Committee on Homeland Security met on January 30, 2019,
for an organizational meeting for the 116th Congress under the di-
rection of Chairman Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi.
The Full Committee met pursuant to notice and adopted the
Committee Rules and Committee Resolution No. 1, relating to staff
hiring, by unanimous consent.
BIOMETRICS
On July 10, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘About
Face: Examining the Department of Homeland Security’s Use of
Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies.’’ Testimony
was received from Mr. John Wagner, Deputy Executive Assistant
Commissioner, Office of Field Operations, U.S. Customs and Border
Protection, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Mr. Austin
Gould, Assistant Administrator for Requirements and Capabilities
Analysis, Transportation Security Administration, U.S. Department
of Homeland Security; Mr. Joseph R. Di Pietro, Chief Technology
Officer, U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Department of Homeland Secu-
rity; and Mr. Charles H. Romine, Ph.D., Director of Information
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Technology Laboratory, National Institute of Standards and Tech-
nology, U.S. Department of Commerce.
The Committee held ‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of
Homeland Security’s Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biomet-
ric Technologies, Part II,’’ on February 6, 2020. The Committee re-
ceived testimony from Mr. John Wagner, Deputy Executive Assist-
ant Commissioner, Office of Field Operations, U.S. Customs and
Border Protection, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Mr.
Peter Mina, Deputy Officer for Programs and Compliance, Office
for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, U.S. Department of Homeland
Security; and Mr. Charles H. Romine, Ph.D., Director of Informa-
tion Technology Laboratory, National Institute of Standards and
Technology, U.S. Department of Commerce.
BLACK IDENTITY EXTREMISM
On August 3, 2017, the FBI published an assessment outlining
the threat from so-called ‘‘Black Identity Extremists,’’ raising con-
cerns among the civil rights community that the FBI was seeking
to surveil and target African American activists under a new um-
brella term. On December 17, 2019, Chairman Thompson and Sub-
committee Chairman Cedric Richmond sent a letter to FBI Director
Wray requesting the production of intelligence assessments regard-
ing the FBI’s Black Identity Extremism (BIE) classification by Jan-
uary 31, 2020, in addition to a briefing on the topic at the begin-
ning of the coming year. The letter followed up on questioning by
Chairman Richmond at an October 30, 2019 hearing Full Com-
mittee hearing entitled ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Home-
land, Part II.’’
On May 29, 2020, five months after the due date to produce doc-
uments and six months after the requested briefing, the FBI re-
sponded to the December 17 letter stating that the FBI no longer
uses the BIE terminology and failed to comment on the document
request production or promised briefing. On June 10, 2020, the
Committee wrote to Assistant Director for Congressional Affairs,
Jill Tyson, requesting a videoconference on the FBI’s delay for doc-
uments pertaining to the BIE classification. On June 24, 2020, the
FBI responded to the June 10, 2020 letter confirmed that they
would offer staff an in-camera review of the 2017 BIE Intelligence
Assessment, and FY18, FY19, and FY20 Consolidated Strategy
Guides. On July 9, 2020, FBI personnel provided documents re-
lated to BIE in an in camera review of documents requested by
Chairman Thompson and Rep. Richmond in a December 17, 2019
letter addressed to Director Wray.
BORDER SECURITY
On January 4, 2019, Chairman Thompson wrote to Secretary
Kirstjen Nielsen requesting the Department provide relevant docu-
mentation and records on the construction of a border wall system,
metering individuals presenting themselves at land ports of entry,
interdiction of families between ports of entry, and care and treat-
ment of children in CBP custody.
From February 21, 2019, through February 23, 2019, Chairman
Thompson led Members on a visit to El Paso, Texas, and southern
New Mexico to examine CBP processing operations, ports of entry,
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and border security technology. Members also met with local immi-
grant advocacy groups and borderland stakeholders.
On March 6, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘The
Way Forward on Border Security.’’ The Committee received testi-
mony from the Honorable Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary, U.S. Depart-
ment of Homeland Security. The Committee examined DHS’s bor-
der security policy, programs, and activities. Members questioned
the Secretary about the President’s border emergency declaration,
construction of barriers along the southern border, separation of
families at the border, and the December 2018 deaths of children
in the Department’s custody.
On July 3, 2019, Chairman Thompson wrote to Mr. McAleenan
to express concern about the inadequacy of the documents provided
in response to the Committee’s January 4, 2019 letter. On Sep-
tember 3, 2019, the Committee received additional documents from
the Department, but significant omissions remained. These omis-
sions included but were not limited to correspondence and other
communications between leadership, staff members, and other per-
sonnel at the White House, DHS, and CBP related to ongoing and
planned construction for a border wall system from January 1,
2017 to January 4, 2019; metering of individuals at land ports of
entry along the U.S.-Mexico border from November 1, 2016 to Jan-
uary 4, 2019; and the deaths of two migrant children from Novem-
ber 1, 2018 to January 4, 2019.
On October 18, 2019, Chairman Thompson again wrote to Mr.
McAleenan to notify the Department that if it failed to provide the
Committee all remaining documents requested by October 25,
2019, the Committee would exercise its authority to compel produc-
tion. The Committee met on November 20, 2019, to the authorize
the issuance of a subpoena for the requested documents. DHS has
not produced all of the documents demanded by the subpoena, and
the documents that have been produced have had extensive and
improper redactions.
On December 12, 2019, Chairman Thompson wrote to Glenn A.
Fine, the Principal Deputy Inspector General of the Department of
Defense, requesting a review of a $400 million contract the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) awarded to Fisher Sand and
Gravel Co. on December 2, 2019, to design and build border infra-
structure in Yuma County, Arizona. Prior to this award, President
Trump had personally repeatedly urged USACE to award construc-
tion contracts to Fisher Sand and Gravel Co., raising concern about
inappropriate influence on the contracting decision. DOD agreed to
investigate this award.
BUDGET
On May 22, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘A Re-
view of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Request for the Department
of Homeland Security.’’ The Committee received testimony from the
Hon. Kevin K. McAleenan, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
On March 3, 2020, the Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘A Re-
view of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request for the Department
of Homeland Security.’’ The Committee received testimony from the
Hon. Chad Wolf of the Department of Homeland Security.
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CHILDREN IN CBP CUSTODY
In December 2018, two children died in separate incidents while
in the custody of the U.S. Border Patrol, which were the first
deaths of children in Border Patrol custody in more than a decade.
On January 4, 2019, the Committee requested documents related
to these deaths, among other issues. After DHS failed to produce
the requested documents, Chairman Thompson issued a subpoena
with the Committee’s authorization on November 20, 2019, for
records regarding CBP’s treatment of children and families at the
border. DHS has not yet produced all of the documents demanded
by the subpoena and the documents that have been produced have
had extensive and improper redactions.
The DHS OIG conducted reviews of the deaths of the two chil-
dren in December 2018 and issued brief public summaries of its re-
views a year later. The Committee identified significant defi-
ciencies with both reviews. In an effort to understand more about
the circumstances surrounding the children’s deaths, the Com-
mittee asked a pediatrician and a pathologist to examine these
children’s deaths.
Following the deaths of the two children in 2018, CBP issued an
interim directive in January 2019 establishing new medical screen-
ing and assessment procedures for children taken into custody. The
Committee and Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and
Operations held hearings during which Members asked DHS offi-
cials about implementation of this directive. CBP issued a final di-
rective regarding enhanced medical screening procedures in Decem-
ber 2019. At the Committee’s request, GAO reviewed CBP’s compli-
ance with its new procedures.
In July 2019, at the Administration’s request, Congress author-
ized an emergency appropriation to provide additional funding for
the care of individuals apprehended by CBP at the Southwest Bor-
der. Funding was authorized under several line items, including
‘‘consumables and medical care’’ and ‘‘establishing and operating
migrant care and processing facilities.’’ In a decision released on
June 11, 2020, GAO found ‘‘that CBP violated the purpose statute
when it obligated the line item appropriations in the 2019 Emer-
gency Supplemental for goods and services that were not within
the purpose availability of such line items.’’
On July 15, 2020, the Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Chil-
dren in CBP Custody: Examining Deaths, Medical Care Proce-
dures, and Improper Spending.’’ Testimony was heard from Fiona
S. Danaher, MD, MPH, Pediatrician, Chelsea Pediatrics, Child Pro-
tection Team, Massachusetts General Hospital, Instructor in Pedi-
atrics at Harvard Medical School; Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, Chief
Medical Examiner, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, Wash-
ington, D.C., Clinical Professor of Pathology at The George Wash-
ington University, Associate Professor of Surgery at Howard Uni-
versity; the Honorable Joseph V. Cuffari, Inspector General, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security; and Ms. Rebecca Gambler, Di-
rector, Homeland Security and Justice Team, U.S. Government Ac-
countability Office.
The Committee examined the circumstances surrounding the
deaths of two migrant children while in custody; the conditions of
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detention facilities in which migrant children were held in 2019;
CBP’s implementation of its revised medical screening procedures;
and CBP’s improper expenditure of emergency funding appro-
priated by Congress for the care of migrants taken into custody.
COVID–19 PANDEMIC
On December 31, 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO)
identified a media report from the Wuhan Municipal Health Com-
mission in China regarding dozens of patients in Wuhan, China,
receiving treatment for a ‘‘viral pneumonia’’ from an unknown
source. The virus, later referred to as ‘‘severe acute respiratory syn-
drome coronavirus 2’’ (SARS-CoV-2), causes Coronavirus Disease
2019 (COVID–19). Since the initial cases, the virus has spread
across the globe, including to the United States, and been des-
ignated a pandemic by the WHO.
From January 2020 to the present, President Trump and Admin-
istration officials have frequently used dismissive rhetoric about
the growing threat of COVID–19. Minimizing WHO’s COVID–19
global health emergency declaration on January 30, 2020, and dis-
missing multiple warnings, the President did not declare a national
emergency concerning COVID–19 until March 13, 2020, and failed
to issue social distancing guidelines until March 16, 2020, close to
eight weeks after the first reported U.S. COVID–19 cases.
Since late January 2020, the Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) has been coordinating with the Department of
Health and Human Services (HHS) in responding to the COVID–
19 pandemic. FEMA supported HHS with crisis action planning,
situational awareness reporting, interagency coordination, course of
action development, and logistics supply chain analysis through the
Crisis Action Task Force located at the HHS Secretary’s Operation
Center.
On March 13, 2020, President Trump declared the ongoing
COVID–19 pandemic to be of sufficient severity and magnitude to
warrant an emergency declaration for all states, tribes, territories,
and the District of Columbia pursuant to section 501(b) of the Staf-
ford Act. All 50 states and all territories are now under a major
disaster declaration for the first time in U.S. history.
On March 19, 2020, Vice President Mike Pence announced that
FEMA was responsible for coordinating the Federal outbreak re-
sponse activities. FEMA would coordinate the overall response as
lead Federal agency, and HHS would continue to lead the medical
and public health response to the outbreak. FEMA’s National Re-
sponse Coordination Center became the new hub of the Federal re-
sponse effort under the Unified Coordination Group, which was co-
chaired by FEMA Administrator Peter T. Gaynor and HHS’s As-
sistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response Dr. Robert
Kadlec. Seven task forces were assembled to address key response
priorities, including the Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force,
which was focused on stabilizing the supply chain for PPE and
medical equipment. While states generally welcomed the transition
in leadership from HHS to FEMA, issues like PPE and testing sup-
ply shortages, changing guidance, and the involvement of outside
volunteers in PPE acquisition required Congressional oversight.
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Since the COVID–19 outbreak began, front line responders have
faced a dire shortage of critical supplies, such as N95 respirators,
testing supplies, protective gowns, gloves, and other types of PPE.
Months after the first cases of COVID–19 were reported in the
U.S., the demand for PPE and other critical supplies continued to
outpace supply. Through the Federal response, PPE and other med-
ical equipment were distributed to states using the Strategic Na-
tional Stockpile, Project Airbridge, and new Federal purchases.
However, the absence of a comprehensive national procurement
strategy for PPE and other medical equipment led to confusion and
competition between Federal agencies, states, and other entities
trying to respond to the coronavirus. Additionally, the Federal gov-
ernment failed to properly vet vendors on multiple occasions, which
led to cancelled orders or receipt of defective goods, and it did not
aggressively use the Defense Production Act to help address short-
ages.
Since the onset of the pandemic, the Committee on Homeland Se-
curity has conducted vigorous oversight of the Federal response, fo-
cusing on the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) actions
and the effects of COVID–19 on the Department and its workforce.
The following is a timeline of selected Full Committee hearings,
briefings, letters, and other activities during the 116th Congress.
On January 28, 2020, Chairman Bennie G. Thompson and the
other Majority Members of the Committee sent a letter to the Hon-
orable Chad Wolf of DHS requesting information on the Depart-
ment’s efforts in addressing the health and homeland security im-
plications of the coronavirus outbreak.
On February 5, 2020, the Committee held a Member briefing on
DHS’s response to the COVID–19 outbreak, including any actions
the Department took to support national outbreak response efforts,
an assessment of such actions, and necessary oversight. The Com-
mittee was briefed by Gary Rasicot, Assistant Secretary, Coun-
tering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD); Alex Zemek,
Deputy Assistant Secretary, Office of Strategy, Policy, and Plans;
Bill Ferrara, Executive Assistant Commissioner for Operations
Support, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP); Stacey
Fitzmaurice, Executive Assistant Administrator for Operations
Support, Transportation Security Administration (TSA); Damon
Penn, Assistant Administrator of Response, and Josh Dozor, Dep-
uty Administrator of Response, FEMA; and Captain Kailie Benson,
Chief, Office of Emergency Management & Disaster Response, U.S.
Coast Guard.
On March 4, 2020, the Committee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘Con-
fronting the Coronavirus: Perspectives on the Response to a Pan-
demic Threat,’’ to learn about the outbreak of COVID–19 and as-
sess the efficacy of the Federal government’s response. The Com-
mittee received testimony from Tom Inglesby, MD, Director, Johns
Hopkins Center for Health Security; Ngozi O. Ezike, MD, Director,
Illinois Department of Public Health; and Julie Gerberding, MD,
Executive Vice President & Chief Patient Officer, Strategic Com-
munications, Global Public Policy and Population Health, and
former director for the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
On March 11, 2020, the Committee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘Con-
fronting the Coronavirus: The Federal Response,’’ to conduct over-
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sight of DHS’s role in responding to the ongoing COVID–19 pan-
demic. The Committee received testimony from Kenneth T.
Cuccinelli, DHS, and Stephen C. Redd, MD (RADM, USPHS), Dep-
uty Director for Public Health Service and Implementation Science,
CDC.
On March 19, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Committee Major-
ity Members wrote President Trump requesting the Federal gov-
ernment not only prioritize resources towards responding to the na-
tional health emergency, but also immediately take additional spe-
cific steps to thwart the spread of the virus.
On March 19, 2020, Chairman Thompson and other Committee
Majority Members wrote to U.S. Immigration and Customs En-
forcement (ICE) requesting that the component take immediate
steps to prevent, prepare for, and manage the spread of COVID–
19 within its detention facilities. On March 24, 2020, ICE reported
the first positive COVID–19 test of a detainee. On April 14, 2020,
the Committee received a briefing from ICE Acting Director Matt
Albence and other senior leaders about ICE’s response to COVID–
19.
On March 19, 2020, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Secu-
rity Agency (CISA) issued the first iteration of its Guidance on the
Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce, which was intended to
help State, local, and industry partners identify the ‘‘essential
workers needed to maintain the services and functions Americans
depend on daily and need to be able to operate resiliently during
the COVID–19 pandemic response.’’ This guidance has been up-
dated numerous times, each time widening the definition of essen-
tial critical infrastructure workers (ECIWs).
On March 20, 2020, Chairman Thompson, Rep. J. Luis Correa,
and other Committee Democrats wrote TSA Administrator David
Pekoske regarding what actions TSA was taking to support em-
ployees and protect against the spread of the coronavirus. Since the
onset of the COVID–19 pandemic, Committee Members expressed
concerns that TSA employees face significant risks of contracting
the coronavirus due to their intimate interactions with large num-
bers of travelers from all over the globe. Without appropriate pro-
tections and cleaning, security checkpoints may also serve as a lo-
cation for transmission of the virus among passengers.
On March 23, 2020, Chairman Thompson sent a letter to the
Honorable Chad Wolf of DHS and Secretary of Health and Human
Services Alex Azar regarding the personal protective equipment
(PPE) and other critical medical equipment and supplies available
in the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) that FEMA was shipping
to states. FEMA had been unable to provide any specific numbers
regarding the availability of PPE or the schedule for distribution
of this essential equipment to the states.
On March 24, 2020, the Committee held a telephonic Member
briefing with TSA Administrator Pekoske regarding the agency’s
response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Also on March 24, 2020, Chairman Thompson, along with other
relevant Committee Chairs, sent a letter to President Trump urg-
ing him to eliminate the 25 percent cost share that states typically
are required to bear under emergency and major disaster declara-
tions given the magnitude of the pandemic disaster. Under the
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Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act,
which makes Federal funds available to areas experiencing a dis-
aster, the Federal government is required to cover at least 75% of
eligible costs, with local and state governments providing matching
funds to cover remaining costs. However, the Federal government
has discretion to decrease the amount of local matching funds, in-
cluding by increasing the Federal share of covered costs to 100%.
On March 26, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote to CISA Director
Christopher Krebs to learn how the agency, as the lead Federal co-
ordinator for securing critical infrastructure, planned to coordinate
with its health care sector partners to prepare for and respond to
elevated cyber threats. In response to a disturbing rise in malicious
cyber activity targeting all parts of the healthcare ecosystem dur-
ing the COVID–19 pandemic, Chairman Thompson sought commit-
ments that CISA had mechanisms to share cyber threat informa-
tion and mitigation measures, among other things.
On March 31, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote to Director
Krebs to inquire about the process used to develop the ECIW guid-
ance and the rationale for including, for instance, gun retailers and
shooting ranges as essential workers.
On April 2, 2020, Chairman Thompson, along with other Com-
mittee Members, sent letters to all of the nation’s governors asking
them to help the Committee account for medical supplies and
equipment (such as ventilators, masks, etc.) requested from the
Federal government and provided to U.S. States, territories, and
the District of Columbia. The Committee requested this informa-
tion from DHS and HHS, but the Administration had not yet pro-
vided it.
Based on this oversight, on April 3, 2020, Chairman Thompson
and Majority Members of the Committee introduced HR 6455, the
COVID–19 Commission Act, which would establish an independent,
bipartisan, Congressionally chartered commission to prepare and
release a full and complete accounting of the nation’s efforts to pre-
pare for and respond to the COVID–19 pandemic.
On April 7, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Chairwoman Carolyn
Maloney of the Committee on Oversight and Reform sent a letter
to the FEMA Administrator inquiring about its efforts to acquire
and distribute PPE and other essential medical supplies and equip-
ment to states after the HHS Office of Inspector General (OIG) re-
leased a report detailing the lack of medical equipment in hospitals
nationwide.
On April 9, 2020, Chairman Thompson joined House Armed
Services Committee Chairman Adam Smith and other Committee
Chairs in sending a letter to President Trump to express their con-
cern about the lack of a clear, coordinated strategy to produce and
acquire the medical supplies necessary to respond to the ongoing
COVID–19 health crisis.
Also on April 9, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Chairwoman
Kathleen Rice of the Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations
Subcommittee, wrote to the Department and U.S. Customs and
Border Protection (CBP) expressing grave concerns about the treat-
ment of unaccompanied children and the circumvention of the U.S.
government’s responsibilities toward this vulnerable population as
required by the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act
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of 2008 (TVPRA). The letter was in response to CBP’s implementa-
tion of the CDC’s March 20, 2020 Order Suspending Introduction
of Persons From A Country Where A Communicable Disease Ex-
ists.
On April 15, 2020, Chairman Thompson again wrote to CISA
about new reports describing a ‘‘lobbying frenzy’’ by industry spe-
cial interests seeking to influence CISA’s designation process, and
similar efforts at the State and local level.
On April 17, 2020, Chairman Thompson sent a letter to HHS
Secretary Alex Azar and FEMA Administrator Gaynor regarding
the provision of PPE and essential medical supplies and equipment
to long-term care and nursing homes.
Also on April 17, 2020, the Committee was briefed by Peter T.
Gaynor, Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Members asked about topics such as Project Airbridge, testing sup-
plies, and FEMA’s reimbursement cost-share related to the pan-
demic.
On April 23, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote to CISA Director
Krebs to understand CISA’s efforts to secure Federal networks in
response the increase telework associated with the COVID–19 pan-
demic.
On April 29, 2020, Chairman Thompson and the Majority Mem-
bers of the Committee sent a letter requesting the HHS OIG exam-
ine racial, socioeconomic healthcare disparities exposed by COVID–
19. On August 13, 2020, HHS OIG confirmed the initiation of two
new evaluations. The first evaluation is focused on data the CDC
‘‘collects and maintains that can be used to assess racial, ethnic,
and socioeconomic disparities in COVID–19 cases and outcomes, as
well as how CDC uses those data as part of its activities to address
the COVID–19 pandemic.’’ The second evaluation ‘‘will aim to re-
view the locations of hospitals that received Provider Relief Funds,
with particular attention to hospitals located in communities of
color and economically disadvantaged communities that were dis-
proportionately impacted by adverse COVID–19 outcomes (i.e.,
rates of hospitalization or death).’’
Also on April 29, 2020, as outbreaks in detention facilities contin-
ued to occur, Chairman Thompson wrote to four ICE detention con-
tractors—CoreCivic, the GEO Group, LaSalle Corrections, and
MTC—requesting information on the actions taken to prevent the
spread of COVID–19 within their facilities, including information
on their compliance with COVID–19 control measures rec-
ommended by CDC. The Committee also requested information on
the number of facility contract personnel who had tested positive
for COVID–19 since ICE failed to publicly report this information.
On May 6, 2020, Chairman Thompson sent a letter to DHS and
HHS regarding the Federal government’s coronavirus pandemic
projections, requesting those projections be provided to the Com-
mittee, and inquiring whether adequate preparations are being
made by the Departments to respond to these projected trends.
On May 1, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Transportation and
Maritime Security Subcommittee Chairman J. Luis Correa wrote
TSA Administration David Pekoske requesting that TSA require
both employees and passengers to wear masks. Shortly thereafter,
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Administrator Pekoske issued a requirement for employees to wear
masks while on duty.
On May 8, 2020, Chairman Thompson; Transportation and Mari-
time Security Subcommittee Chairman Correa; Border Security,
Facilitation, and Operations Subcommittee Chairwoman Kathleen
Rice; Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman
Peter DeFazio; and Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Rick Larsen
wrote the Honorable Chad Wolf and Secretary of Transportation
Elaine Chao calling for a comprehensive interagency working group
to respond to the coronavirus’ effects on the aviation sector.
Also on May 8, 2020, the Committee was briefed by the Honor-
able Chad Wolf about the Department’s pandemic response efforts.
In addition, on May 8, 2020, Chairman Thompson joined Chair-
man Schiff of the Intelligence Committee and Rep. Stephanie Mur-
phy, Co-Chair of the House Blue Dog Coalition, in sending a letter
to Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy re-
questing inclusion of language in upcoming relief legislation estab-
lishing an independent bipartisan commission to examine the re-
sponse to the novel coronavirus pandemic. The Members each pro-
posed a bill to create an independent, bipartisan commission that
would examine the outbreak and spread of coronavirus, the na-
tion’s preparedness and our government’s collective response, and
make recommendations for future pandemics.
On May 14, 2020, the Committee held a briefing for Members
with CISA Director Krebs to discuss the ECIW guidance, along
with other aspects of CISA’s COVID–19 response efforts.
On May 19, 2020, the CDC Order Suspending Introduction Of
Persons From A Country Where A Communicable Disease Exists
was extended indefinitely. On June 4, 2020, Chairman Thompson
and Subcommittee Chairwoman Rice once again wrote to the De-
partment and CBP renewing their concerns about the order and
the Administration’s apparent use of the coronavirus pandemic as
cover to pursue anti-immigrant policies.
On May 28, 2020, Chairman Thompson sent letters to DHS and
HHS demanding they provide the documents and information the
Committee had requested regarding the Federal response to the
coronavirus pandemic.
Also on May 28, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Majority Mem-
bers of the Committee requested FEMA brief the Committee on the
Agency’s plans for responding to natural disasters during the
COVID–19 pandemic. In response, on June 9, 2020, FEMA pro-
vided Committee Members with information and a Member brief-
ing on the actions taken to prepare for and respond to natural dis-
asters during the COVID–19. The Committee was briefed by David
Bibo, FEMA Acting Associate Administrator for Response and Re-
covery.
On June 2, 2020, Chairman Thompson and other Majority Com-
mittee Members again wrote to ICE about its response to COVID–
19. Members expressed grave concerns about ICE’s continued de-
portations, detainee transfers between facilities, and failure to pro-
vide detainees with sufficient personal protective equipment (PPE)
and hygiene products. All of these actions likely contributed to the
spread of COVID–19 across ICE’s detention network and around
the globe. Members urged ICE to halt deportations and transfers
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of detainees as well as maximize the use of alternatives to deten-
tion throughout the course of the pandemic.
On June 11, 2020, the Committee held a second telephonic brief-
ing with Administrator Pekoske regarding TSA’s response to the
coronavirus pandemic.
On June 16, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote the Honorable
Chad Wolf about concerns regarding reports that DHS was consid-
ering implementing a program for TSA to conduct checks of pas-
sengers’ temperatures prior to security screening.
On July 6, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Rep. Correa wrote Ad-
ministrator Pekoske again urging him to require airline passengers
to wear masks.
On July 8, 2020, the Committee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘Exam-
ining the National Response to the Worsening Coronavirus Pan-
demic.’’ The Committee examined State and local perspectives on
the impact of COVID–19 and the failures of the Trump Administra-
tion’s response to the pandemic on their communities. The Com-
mittee received testimony from the Honorable Jay Robert ‘‘J. B.’’
Pritzker, Governor, Illinois; the Honorable Jason Shelton, Mayor,
City of Tupelo, Mississippi; Umair A. Shah, M.D., M.P.H., Execu-
tive Director and Local Health Authority of Harris County Public
Health, Texas; and Colonel (ret.) Brian Hastings, Director, Ala-
bama Emergency Management Agency.
On July 14, 2020, Chairman Thompson joined Financial Services
Committee Chairwoman Maxine Waters and other Committee
Chairs in sending a letter to Secretary of Defense Mark Esper and
Secretary of HHS Alex Azar seeking answers as to why the Admin-
istration had not used funding in the CARES Act for the Defense
Production Act to boost production of critical medical supplies and
equipment needed to combat COVID–19, such as personal protec-
tion equipment and diagnostic testing—both items the country des-
perately needed to combat COVID–19.
On July 21, 2020, Chairman Thompson, along with other rel-
evant Committee Chairs, sent a letter to FEMA Administrator
Gaynor expressing concerns over longstanding senior leadership
vacancies at the Agency during the pandemic. The letter urged the
Administrator to work with the Department of Homeland Security
and the White House to fill these vacancies.
On July 22, 2020, the Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Exam-
ining the National Response to the Worsening Coronavirus Pan-
demic: Part II.’’ The Committee examined FEMA’s role in respond-
ing to the coronavirus outbreak and the various shortcomings that
plagued the Administration’s response since the pandemic’s onset.
The Committee received testimony from FEMA Administrator
Gaynor.
On August 7, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote to Immigration
Centers for America after a major outbreak of COVID–19 occurred
at the contractor’s facility in Farmville, VA.
On September 24, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote to the Hon-
orable Chad Wolf requesting documents regarding the Depart-
ment’s briefings with the CDC in the beginning days of the
coronavirus pandemic to investigate what the Department knew
about the COVID–19 threat and when, if the Department
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downplayed the threat, and what measures to stop the spread of
coronavirus were being undertaken by the Department.
On December 18, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote to the Hon.
Chad Wolf regarding the concerning rise in the number of DHS
employees with COVID–19 and urged the Department to ensure ac-
cess to testing and vaccines as they become available.
In addition to noticed activities, Majority Members of the Com-
mittee participated in a series of virtual roundtables discussing the
coronavirus and its impacts on homeland security. These
roundtables provided an opportunity to discuss critical issues re-
lated to coronavirus response and the Department of Homeland Se-
curity while Congress was unable to meet Washington, D.C.:
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part One: A Conversation
with Chairman Bennie G. Thompson and Former Homeland Secu-
rity Secretary JEH Johnson, April 21, 2020
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part Two: TSA Employee
Protections and Benefits in Response to COVID–19, April 30, 2020
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part Three: A Conversa-
tion with Former FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate, May 1, 2020
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part Four: A Conversa-
tion with Former White House Ebola Response Coordinator Ron
Klain, May 1, 2020
• COronavirus And Homeland Security Part Five: A Panel Dis-
cussion on Health Disparities, May 7, 2020
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part Six: Long Term Im-
pact of the Coronavirus Pandemic on DHS’s Mission, May 8, 2020
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part Seven: Flattening
the Misinformation Curve, May 11, 2020
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part Eight: The Role of
Immigrants in COVID–19 Response & Recovery, May 13, 2020
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part Nine: Extremism
During the Pandemic, May 20, 2020
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part Ten: Perspectives on
Response and Recovery, May 21, 2020
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part Eleven: Election Se-
curity & Integrity During a Pandemic, June 1, 2020
• Coronavirus and Homeland Security Part Twelve: USPS Deliv-
ering for America, June 3, 2020
COUNTERINTELLIGENCE
On March 11, 2019, the Committee received a classified Member
briefing from the National Security Agency (NSA) on the counter-
intelligence threats when traveling outside the United States. On
November 19, 2019, the Committee received a classified briefing
from the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding the targeting
of the Committee by a nation-state.
On December 3, 2019, the Committee received a classified brief-
ing from the NSA regarding counterintelligence threats when trav-
eling outside the United States.
CYBERSECURITY
On October 16, 2019, the Committee held a hearing on ‘‘Public-
Private Initiatives to Secure the Supply Chain.’’ Witnesses were:
Mr. Robert Kolasky, Assistant Director, National Risk Manage-
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ment Center, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency,
U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Mr. Robert Mayer, Senior
Vice President of Cybersecurity, USTelecom; and Mr. John Miller,
Vice President of Policy and Senior Counsel, IT Industry Council.
Members received testimony from the Co-Chairs of the Information
and Communications Technology (ICT) Supply Chain Risk Manage-
ment (SCRM) Task Force about the Task Force’s efforts to address
risks in the supply chain and related third-party risk. The hearing
served as a forum for the Co-Chairs to discuss the Task Force’s In-
terim Report, support to the Federal Acquisition Security Council,
and the May 2019 Executive Order, Securing the Information and
Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain (EO
13873).
On December 18, 2020, the Committee received a classified mem-
ber briefing on the SolarWinds supply chain breach.
DOMESTIC TERRORISM
On February 14, 2019, Chairman Thompson and Judiciary Com-
mittee Chairman Jerrold L. Nadler sent a letter to the Federal Bu-
reau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher A. Wray inquiring
as to why the Terrorism publication was discontinued in 2005 and
what, if any, plans the FBI had for documenting domestic terrorist
attacks and threats. The letter also asked for a briefing no later
than March 8, 2019, regarding the decision to discontinue FBI’s
Terrorism report. On March 27, 2019, FBI Assistant Director for
the Counterterrorism Division Michael McGarrity responded stat-
ing that the report was terminated due to resource allocation
issues.
On March 13, 2019, Chairman Thompson wrote to Attorney Gen-
eral Barr and Director Wray requesting a classified briefing for the
Committee to answer questions regarding the Department of Jus-
tice (DOJ) and FBI’s work to address domestic terrorism. The letter
also served as a notice for a future hearing on domestic terrorism
subsequent to the briefing.
On April 4, 2019, the Committee received a classified Member
briefing from the DOJ, FBI, and DHS’s, Office of Intelligence and
Analysis (I&A) on domestic terrorism matters. The briefing pro-
vided Members with background information prior to a Full Com-
mittee hearing with the same entities the following month.
On May 8, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Con-
fronting the Rise of Domestic Terrorism in the Homeland.’’ The
Committee received testimony from Mr. Brad Wiegmann; Deputy
Assistant Attorney General for National Security, U.S. Department
of Justice; Mr. Michael McGarity, Assistant Director for the
Counterterrorism Division, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S.
Department of Justice; and Mr. Brian Murphy, Principal Deputy
Under Secretary for the Office of Intelligence and Analysis, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security. The Committee examined the
growing nature of the domestic terrorist threat, acknowledged the
lethality of the threat from Racially Motivated Violent Extremists,
the role of the internet in recruiting and radicalizing domestic ter-
rorists, and the increasingly global connections possessed by do-
mestic terrorists.
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Since 2011, Committee Democrats asked the then-Republican
Majority for hearings on domestic terrorism eight times. Five re-
quests were outright denied, and three requests went unanswered.
This long-overdue hearing examined how the Federal government
tracks and counters domestic terrorism. The hearing also helped to
inform legislation that Chairman Thompson developed to require
regular reporting of government data on domestic terrorism. On
June 5, 2019 Chairman Thompson introduced H.R. 3106, the Do-
mestic Terrorism Documentation and Analysis of Threats in Amer-
ica Act, or the Domestic Terrorism DATA Act, to foster trans-
parency surrounding domestic terrorism data and increase research
on the issue. H.R. 3106 passed the House, amended, on September
26, 2019. A version of the Domestic Terrorism DATA Act was in-
cluded in the Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act
and was signed into law on December 20, 2019.
On July 10, 2020, the Committee held a Member briefing with
representatives from DHS on protest-related violence. The summer
of 2020 saw a significant uptick in First Amendment-protected pro-
tests following the killing of George Floyd by a police officer in
Minnesota, in addition to other incidents of police-involved inci-
dents in American cities. The briefing focused on providing the lat-
est intelligence that DHS providing to State and local law enforce-
ment in addition to outlining DHS operational plans immediately
following the July 4th holiday.
DHS VACANCIES
On May 1, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘Trouble
at the Top: Are Vacancies at the Department of Homeland Security
Undermining the Mission?’’ The Committee received testimony
from the Hon. Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General, U.S. Govern-
ment Accountability Office (GAO); and Hon. John Roth, Former In-
spector General, U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The hear-
ing focused on the void at DHS created by vacancies in permanent
leadership and the resulting impact on the Department’s ability to
carry out its critical mission.
On November 15, 2019, Chairman Thompson, with Committee on
Oversight and Reform Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney, requested
that GAO conduct an emergency review of the legality of Trump
Administration actions to install Chad Wolf as Acting Secretary of
Homeland Security and Kenneth T. Cuccinelli as the Senior Official
Performing the Duties of the Deputy Secretary of Homeland Secu-
rity. GAO issued a legal decision on August 14, 2020, concluding
that President Donald Trump’s appointments to senior leadership
positions at the Department of Homeland Security were invalid
and circumvented both the Federal Vacancy Reform Act and the
Homeland Security Act.
ELECTION SECURITY
On February 13, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Defending our Democracy: Building Partnerships to Protect Amer-
ica’s Elections.’’ The Committee received testimony from the Hon.
Christopher C. Krebs, Director, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure
Security Agency, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Hon.
Thomas Hicks, Commissioner, U.S. Election Assistance Commis-
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sion (EAC); Hon. Alex Padilla, Secretary of State, California; Mr.
Noah Praetz, Former Director of Election, Cook County, Illinois;
Mr. Jake Braun, Executive Director, Cyber Policy Initiative; and
Hon. John Merrill, Secretary of State, Alabama. Following the
hearing, Chairman Thompson introduced H.R. 2660, the Election
Security Act of 2019, to provide grants to State and local election
officials over the next ten years to invest in and maintain secure
election infrastructure and implement risk limiting audits.
On July 25, 2019, Chairman Thompson and Rep. Debbie
Wasserman Schulz wrote to President Trump to express frustration
regarding election security.
On October 15, 2019, the Committee held a field hearing in
Gurnee, Illinois, entitled ‘‘Preparing for 2020: How Illinois is Secur-
ing Elections.’’ As a case study, the Committee examined the full
scope of the threat to Illinois elections systems, which were
breached by Russian agents in 2016. Members learned about ef-
forts made by the State of Illinois to secure their election infra-
structure for the 2018 and 2020 elections and evaluated Federal re-
sources to support those efforts, challenges related to securing elec-
tion infrastructure, and policy recommendations to improve the cy-
bersecurity posture on election systems. Witnesses were: Mr. Matt
Masterson, Senior Cybersecurity Advisor, Cybersecurity and Infra-
structure Agency, Department of Homeland Security; Mr. Steve
Sandvoss, Executive Director, Illinois Board of Elections; Ms. Robin
O’Connor, Clerk, Lake County, Illinois; and Ms. Elizabeth Howard,
Counsel, Brennan Center’s Democracy Program.
On November 26, 2019, Chairman Thompson and Vice Chair-
woman Underwood wrote to Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, Facebook
CEO Mark Zuckerberg, and LinkedIn CEO Jack Weiner to urge
strong policies regarding user reporting of suspected user inter-
ference on Twitter and ask a series of questions regarding how
Twitter would defend its platform from foreign influence cam-
paigns.
On March 2, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote to CISA Director
Krebs about how CISA is combatting misinformation related to vot-
ing specifically related to the COVID–19 virus.
On April 14, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote to Twitter CEO
Jack Dorsey to express concern about an Oxford University study
that found the platform did not expeditiously remove COVID–19-
related misinformation. In addition to asking questions about
COVID–19-specific misinformation, Chairman Thompson urged
that Twitter aggressively flag misinformation from politicians who
might use the platform to spread bad information for political pur-
poses.
On April 22, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote to CISA Director
Krebs and EAC Chair Hovland to understand how CISA and EAC
are helping State and local elections officials administer safe, se-
cure, and auditable elections during the COVID–19 global pan-
demic. The letter followed several months of inquiries and unsatis-
factory answers to Committee oversight.
On June 6, 2020, Chairman Thompson, along with several Com-
mittee Members, wrote to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to con-
demn the Facebook platform’s refusal to appropriately moderate in-
flammatory content posted by the President in an attempt to sow
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discord and spread false information—in particular about the secu-
rity of vote by mail.
On June 26, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote the National Asso-
ciation of Secretaries of State and the National Association of State
Election Directors to understand how CISA and EAC can better as-
sist states prepare to administer the November 2020 elections and
to understand how the Senate’s failure to enact the House-passed
election funding in H.R. 6800 would impede election administra-
tion.
On June 26, 2020, Chairman Thompson wrote to CISA Director
Krebs and EAC Chair Hovland to understand how the agencies
would use lessons learned from the primaries and develop strate-
gies to address challenges associated with vote-by-mail and insuffi-
cient numbers of polling locations, among other issues. The letter
also sought clarification to answers provided in a letter received
from CISA–EAC on June 15, 2020, responding to Chairman
Thompson’s April 22, 2020 letter.
On August 28, 2020, the Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Pro-
tecting America’s Democracy: Ensuring Every Vote Counts.’’ The
Committee received testimony from the Honorable Jocelyn Benson,
Secretary of State, Michigan; Ms. Tammy Patrick, Senior Advisor
of Elections, Democracy Fund; Mr. Mark Dimondstein, President,
American Postal Workers Union, AFL CIO; and the Honorable Mi-
chael Adams, Secretary of State, Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Members asked witnesses about how to refute President Trump’s
rhetoric seeking to undermine public confidence in vote-by-mail, en-
sure public confidence in election results, and understand the im-
pact of the President’s politically motivated assault on the Postal
Service to restrict vote by mail.
FEMA DISASTER READINESS
On June 12, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘As-
sessing FEMA’s Readiness for Future Disasters.’’ The Committee
received testimony from Mr. Peter Gaynor, Acting Administrator,
Federal Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security and Mr. Chris P. Currie, Director, Homeland
Security and Justice, U.S. Government Accountability Office. The
hearing examined FEMA’ readiness to respond to disaster, focusing
on workforce challenges and the particular demands of addressing
multiple disasters simultaneously.
GLOBAL TERRORISM
On September 10, 2019, the Committee held the first of a two-
part hearing on global terrorism entitled, ‘‘Global Terrorism:
Threats to the Homeland, Part I.’’ Testimony was heard from Mr.
Peter Bergen, Vice President, Global Studies & Fellows, New
America; Mr. Ali Soufan, Founder, The Soufan Center; Mr. Brian
Levin, Director, Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism, De-
partment of Criminal Justice, California State University, San
Bernardino; and Mr. Thomas Joscelyn, Senior Fellow, Foundation
for Defense of Democracies. Witnesses underscored the persistent
and pervasive threat from violent white supremacist extremists.
They also discussed the transnational nature of the white suprema-
cist threat as well as how ISIS and other foreign groups are able
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to radicalize vulnerable American’s via digital propaganda and
other online tools.
Part II of the hearing was held on October 30, 2019. The Com-
mittee received testimony from the Hon. Kevin K. McAleenan, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security; Hon. Christopher Wray, Direc-
tor, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Department of Justice;
Mr. Russell Travers, Acting Director, National Counterterrorism
Center, Office of the Director of National Intelligence; and Hon.
David J. Glawe, Under Secretary, Office of Intelligence and Anal-
ysis, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Witnesses discussed how the threat to the United States had
evolved since the 9/11 attacks. Mr. McAleenan took a broad view
of how the threat had developed from foreign terrorist organiza-
tions, but also in the cyber realm, in the illicit movement of goods
and people across our borders, in domestic terrorism and from the
threat of foreign espionage. Acting Director Travers focused on how
a steady counterterrorism campaign had degraded significant ele-
ments of the foreign terrorist threat, but also warned of the poten-
tial revival or expansion of similar threats in the near future in the
Middle East and Europe if pressure and cooperation do not con-
tinue. Director Wray painted a similar picture of a growing threat
of radicalization in the United States and proclaimed that this
radicalization pressed by foreign groups is the most proximate
threat America faces.
On September 17, 2020, the Committee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Worldwide Threats to the Homeland.’’ The Committee received
testimony from Hon. Christopher A. Wray, Director, Federal Bu-
reau of Investigation; and Hon. Christopher Miller, Director, Na-
tional Counterterrorism Center, Office of the Director of National
Intelligence. Hon. Chad Wolf, representing the Department of
Homeland Security, was invited to testify but declined. Subse-
quently, the Committee issued a subpoena to compel Mr. Wolf’s tes-
timony, which he defied. The Committee’s annual worldwide
threats hearing allowed Members to question government wit-
nesses about terrorism threats and how the Federal government is
addressing those threats to protect the homeland. Members focused
mainly on the threat from violent domestic extremists, including
recent shootings inspired by or related to militias, conspiracy theo-
rists, or violent extremists with transnational links to violent white
supremacist groups. Members also heard from witnesses about
international terrorism threats, including the threats to the home-
land resulting from the resurgence of ISIS in Syria, as well as elec-
tion security and cyber threats.
Director Wray described the serious threat that racially moti-
vated violent extremists, including white supremacists, pose, and
confirmed that Russia continues to meddle in United States elec-
tions. Mr. Miller confirmed that ISIS is resurgent, and that ISIS
and Al Qaeda still seek to harm the U.S. even in their decentral-
ized operational model. The hearing provided critical information
for the public and for members at a time when the Administration
is trying to obfuscate the effects and severity of Russia meddling
in our elections and the rise of right-wing, racially motivated ex-
tremists.
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On September 24, 2020, the Committee received a classified
briefing on worldwide threats to the homeland, with briefers from
the Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Bureau of In-
vestigation, and the National Counterterrorism Center. The brief-
ing offered members the opportunity to follow up on subjects raised
in the September 17, 2020, hearing in a classified session.
IMMIGRATION DETENTION
In August 2019, Chairman Thompson directed Committee staff
to review the conditions of confinement at ICE detention facilities.
Over the course of the ensuing year, Committee staff visited eight
ICE detention centers and spoke with more than 400 individuals
in ICE’s custody. The ensuing report, ‘‘ICE Detention Facilities:
Failing to Meet Basic Standards of Care,’’ found that ICE failed to
conduct proper oversight of migrant detention facilities, leaving de-
ficiencies unidentified and uncorrected, and that ICE facilities fre-
quently failed to meet basic standards of care. Specifically, inspec-
tions were too broad, too infrequent, and preannounced; and DHS
rarely used the few mechanisms it had to force facilities to correct
problems. Identified problems included deficient medical, dental,
and mental health care; misuse and abuse of solitary confinement
as a form of retaliation; challenges accessing legal and translation
services; and unsanitary conditions.
In conjunction with the release of the report on September 21,
2020, the Committee held a virtual forum to discuss these issues
with: Dr. Scott Allen, Expert Medical Advisor, Physicians for
Human Rights; Dr. Dora Schriro, Former Senior Advisor to DHS
Secretary Napolitano on ICE Detention and Removal; and Ms.
Laura Rivera, Attorney, Southern Poverty Law Center Action Cen-
ter.
MISSISSIPPI IMMIGRATION RAIDS
On November 7, 2019, the Committee held a field hearing in
Tougaloo, Mississippi entitled, ‘‘Immigration Raids: Impacts and
Aftermath on Mississippi Communities’’ and examined the rami-
fications of the largest single-state immigration raid in U.S. history
conducted on August 7, 2019. U.S. Immigration and Customs En-
forcement (ICE) arrested 680 undocumented workers in this oper-
ation and failed to adequately coordinate with local authorities to
care for an unknown number of children separated from their par-
ents in the aftermath of the raid.
Testimony was provided by Mr. Cliff Johnson, Director, Mac-
Arthur Justice Center, University of Mississippi, School of Law;
Father Odel Medina, Pastor, St. Anne Catholic Church, Carthage
Mississippi; the Honorable Constance Slaughter-Harvey, President
of the Board, Legacy Education and Community Empowerment
foundation Inc; Ms. Lorena Quiroz-Lewis, Lead Organizer, Working
Together Mississippi, Mississippi Immigrant Coalition; Mr. Jere
Miles, Special Agent in Charge, Homeland Security Investigations,
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security; the Honorable Mike Lee, Sheriff, Scott County,
Mississippi; and the Honorable William Truly, Mayor, Canton, Mis-
sissippi.
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The Committee heard firsthand accounts of how the August 2019
immigration raids impacted communities across Mississippi; local
attorneys, advocates, and leaders testified about how they assisted
affected families after the raids; and Members questioned ICE
about the apparent lack of preparation and communication with
the community and its leaders.
OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL
The DHS OIG was established to promote efficiency and effec-
tiveness and to prevent and detect waste, fraud, and abuse within
the Department. Congress frequently depends on the work of the
OIG to gain insight into the activities of the Department. Unfortu-
nately, OIG leadership has shown a lack of commitment to its
founding principles and has released reports at a slower pace and
of decreased quality. For example, following an investigation into
the deaths of children in CBP custody, the OIG released two one-
page summaries that included false and misleading information.
The OIG has also declined to take up an August 2020 GAO referral
to review who should be properly serving as Acting Secretary of
Homeland Security and the Senior Official Performing the Duties
of Deputy Secretary, and whether there were any consequences of
the actions taken by the individuals improperly filling those roles.
Further, OIG officials informed Committee staff in September 2020
that the agency was contemplating releasing fewer reports to Con-
gress and the public thereby reducing transparency.
Accordingly, the Committee has conducted necessary oversight to
urge the Inspector General to uphold the principles of the Office.
For example, in December 2019, the Chairman requested that GAO
launch a broad review to explore the root causes of challenges fac-
ing the OIG. Following the release of the OIG’s summaries of its
investigations into the deaths of children in CBP custody, the Com-
mittee wrote the Inspector General on March 26, 2020, calling out
some of the inaccuracies, compelling the OIG to amend the docu-
ment it had released. In response to the OIG’s plans to amend its
publication policies, on September 29, 2020, the Committee wrote
the IG to urge him to reconsider such changes in the name of
transparency and to establish an open and standing request to
produce reports that substantiate whistleblower retaliation and
misconduct among senior DHS officials.
SECURING OUR NATION’S CHEMICAL FACILITIES
On February 27, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Building on the
Progress of the CFATS Program.’’ The Committee received testi-
mony from Mr. David Wulf, Director, Infrastructure Security Com-
pliance Division, Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency,
U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and Mr. Nathan Anderson,
Acting Director, Homeland Security and Justice, U.S. Government
Accountability Office. The Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infra-
structure Protection, and Innovation held a hearing on the topic
with private stakeholders in March 2019. Input from these hear-
ings informed H.R. 3256, the Protecting and Securing Chemical Fa-
cilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2019.
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SOCIAL MEDIA AND EXTREMISM
On March 18, 2019, Chairman Thompson wrote to the founding
companies of the Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism
(GIFCT) requesting a briefing on their responses to the dissemina-
tion of the video of the Christchurch, New Zealand terrorist attacks
on their platforms and how their companies intend to prevent simi-
lar incidents from happening again.
On March 27, 2019, the Committee held a Member briefing with
representatives from Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Microsoft
representing the GIFCT. Members examined these technology com-
panies’ efforts to counter and combat terrorist content on their
platforms in the wake of the Christchurch, New Zealand terrorist
attacks.
On June 21, 2019, the Committee held a Member briefing with
non-governmental stakeholders from the Alliance for Securing De-
mocracy and Technology, the Center for Democracy and Tech-
nology, the Change the Terms Coalition, the Counter Extremism
Project. The briefing examined how bad actors exploit social media
platforms to disseminate terror content and misinformation. Stake-
holders also discussed best practices for addressing this issue. This
briefing helped to inform an Intelligence and Counterterrorism
Subcommittee hearing and Full Committee hearing the following
week.
On June 26, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Exam-
ining Social Media Companies’ Efforts to Counter Online Terror
Content and Misinformation.’’ Testimony was heard from Ms.
Monika Bickert, Head of Global Policy Management, Facebook; Mr.
Nick Pickles, Global Senior Strategist, Public Policy, Twitter; Mr.
Derek Slater, Global Director of Information Policy, Google; and
Ms. Nadine Strossen, John Marshall Harlan II Professor of Law,
New York Law School. Witnesses acknowledged the ability for ter-
rorists and others to use social media platforms to spread a call to
violence and that addressing the problem must include a combina-
tion of new technological tools and human review. Witnesses from
industry also spoke of the GIFCT and its coordinated steps to help
solve this problem. Ms. Strossen emphasized that censorship is not
the answer, but rather companies should better use their techno-
logical tools like algorithms so they do not inadvertently proliferate
the hate speech.
Following several white supremacist extremist attacks in March,
April, and August 2019 linked to the anonymous forum-based
website 8chan, Chairman Thompson subpoenaed Mr. James Wat-
kins, the owner of 8chan, to appear before the Committee and tes-
tify about 8chan’s efforts to investigate and mitigate the prolifera-
tion of extremist content, including white supremacist extremist
content, on 8chan. The subpoena, dated August 14, 2019, followed
an August 6th letter sent by Chairman Thompson and Ranking
Member Rogers to Mr. Watkins requesting his presence to provide
testimony.
On September 5, the Committee deposed Mr. Watkins in the
Capitol with questions from the Majority and Minority. On Sep-
tember 25, the Committee received supplementary materials from
Jim Watkins related to questions from the deposition.
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The Committee was able to learn critical information about
8chan’s operations in order to better understand the proliferation
of extremist content online, including 8chan’s jurisdiction and orga-
nizational structure, the number of staff and volunteers, the num-
ber of users, content moderation policies, interaction with law en-
forcement, interaction with other technology companies, and
8chan’s response to the violent incidents linked to content on the
website.
THREAT BRIEFINGS
As a matter of regular bipartisan practice for a decade, the Com-
mittee has convened monthly classified threat briefings for Com-
mittee and Subcommittee Chairs and Ranking Members with
briefers from DHS, the FBI, and the National Counterterrorism
Center (NCTC). However, FBI and NCTC declined to participate in
regular monthly briefings for the Committee at the start of the
116th Congress.
On February 28, 2019, Chairman Thompson sent a letter to FBI
Director Wray, Director of National Intelligence Daniel R. Coats,
and NCTC Director Joseph Maguire regarding obstruction to the
decade-long practice of monthly classified briefings on threats to
the homeland.
TSA PROFILING
On June 4, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘Per-
spectives on TSA’s Policies to Prevent Unlawful Profiling.’’ The
Committee received testimony from Mr. W. William Russell, Acting
Director, Homeland Security and Justice Team, U.S. Government
Accountability Office; Mr. Sim J. Singh, Senior Manager of Policy
& Advocacy, The Sikh Coalition; and Ms. Janai Nelson, Associate
Director-Counsel, NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund,
Inc. The Committee examined the extent to which TSA’s policies,
technologies, and screening processes result in disproportionate im-
pacts on certain passenger populations, including religious and ra-
cial minorities, transgender people, and people with disabilities and
medical conditions. Members discussed the need for TSA to im-
prove technologies and procedures and ensure civil rights, civil lib-
erties, and passenger privacy are prioritized throughout the screen-
ing process.
U.S.-IRAN TENSIONS
On January 7, 2020, the Hon. Chad Wolf provided Committee
members a classified briefing on the implications for homeland se-
curity following the U.S. airstrike that killed Iranian General
Qassem Soleimani on January 2, 2020.
On January 15, 2020, the Committee held a hearing entitled
‘‘U.S.-Iran Tensions: Implications for Homeland Security.’’ Testi-
mony was heard from the Honorable Barbara A. Leaf, Ruth and
Sid Lapidus Fellow, and the Director of Geduld Program on Arab
Politics, Washington Institute; Lieutenant General (Ret.) Vincent
R. Stewart, Special Advisor and Chairman, Board of Advisors, Mid-
dle East Media Research Institute; Mr. Thomas S. Warrick, Non-
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resident Senior Fellow, Atlantic Council; and Brig. General (Ret.)
Anthony J. Tata, CEO and President, Tata Leadership Group.
At the beginning of 2020, U.S.-Iran tensions had heightened sig-
nificantly. This hearing focused on the homeland security implica-
tions of the terrorism-related activities of Iran and its proxies in
the region and around the world, and the homeland security impli-
cations of the recent escalation in tensions. The hearing also exam-
ined whether U.S. interests are safer today in light of actions taken
by the Trump Administration, including stepping away from the
multi-lateral Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action nuclear agree-
ment. Testimony focused on the nature of Iran’s use of proxies, how
they may retaliate for the killing of Gen. Soleimani and their capa-
bilities in both the cyber realm and the physical world.
On January 15, 2020, the FBI provided a classified briefing for
the Committee on potential threats related to U.S.-Iran tensions
following the U.S. airstrike that killed Iranian General Qassem
Soleimani on January 2, 2020.
COMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
‘‘Defending Our Democracy: Building Partnerships to Protect Amer-
ica’s Elections.’’ February 13, 2019. (Serial no. 116–1)
‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Building on the
Progress of the CFATS Program.’’ February 27, 2019. (Serial
No. 116–3)
‘‘The Way Forward on Border Security.’’ March 6, 2019. (Serial No.
116–4)
‘‘Trouble at the Top: Are Vacancies at the Department of Homeland
Security Undermining the Mission?’’ May 1, 2019. (Serial No.
116–15)
‘‘Confronting the Rise of Domestic Terrorism in the Homeland.’’
May 8, 2019. (Serial No. 116–17)
‘‘A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Request for the Depart-
ment of Homeland Security.’’ May 22, 2019. (Serial No. 116–23)
‘‘Perspectives on TSA’s Policies to Prevent Unlawful Profiling.’’ June
4, 2019. (Serial Number 116–24)
‘‘Assessing FEMA’s Readiness for Future Disasters.’’ June 12, 2019.
(Serial No. 116–26)
‘‘Examining Social Media Companies’’ Efforts to Counter Online
Terror Content and Misinformation.’’ June 26, 2019. (Serial No.
116–30)
‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland Security’s
Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies.’’
July 10, 2019. (Serial No. 116–31)
‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part I.’’ September 10,
2019. (Serial No. 116–35)
‘‘Preparing for 2020: How Illinois is Securing Elections.’’ October
15, 2019. (Serial No. 116–40)
‘‘Public-Private Initiatives to Secure the Supply Chain.’’ October 16,
2019. (Serial No. 116–41)
‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part II’’ Oct. 30, 2019.
(Serial No. 116–47)
‘‘Member Day Hearing’’ October 31, 2019. (Serial No. 116–48)
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‘‘Immigration Raids: Impacts and Aftermath on Mississippi Com-
munities.’’ November 7, 2019. (Serial No. 116–49)
‘‘U.S.-Iran Tensions: Implications for Homeland Security.’’ January
15, 2020. (Serial No. 116–57)
‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland Security’s
Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies,
Part II.’’ February 6, 2020. (Serial No. 116–60)
‘‘A Review of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request for the Depart-
ment of Homeland Security.’’ March 3, 2020. (Serial No. 116–
64)
‘‘Confronting the Coronavirus: Perspectives on the Response to a
Pandemic Threat.’’ March 4, 2020. (Serial No. 116–65)
‘‘Confronting the Coronavirus: The Federal Response.’’ March 11,
2020. (Serial No. 116–69)
‘‘Examining the National Response to the Worsening Coronavirus
Pandemic.’’ July 8, 2020. (Serial No. 116–73)
‘‘Children in CBP Custody: Examining Deaths, Medical Care Proce-
dures, and Improper Spending.’’ July 15, 2020. (Serial No. 116–
77)
‘‘Examining the National Response to the Worsening Coronavirus
Pandemic: Part II.’’ July 22, 2020. (Serial No. 116–80)
‘‘Protecting America’s Democracy: Ensuring Every Vote Counts.’’ Au-
gust 28, 2020. (Serial No. 116–82)
‘‘Worldwide Threats to the Homeland.’’ September 17, 2020. (Serial
No. 116–83)
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OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE
ON BORDER SECURITY, FACILITATION, AND OP-
ERATIONS
KATHLEEN RICE, New York, Chairwoman
DONALD M. PAYNE, JR., New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana, Ranking Member
J. LUIS CORREA, California DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
During the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee on held 11 hear-
ings, receiving testimony from 37 witnesses.
The Subcommittee sought to hold the Trump Administration ac-
countable for its border security policies and use of resources. Since
the 116th Congress, Democratic members sought more trans-
parency from leaders at the Department of Homeland Security
(DHS) and the components responsible for carrying out border se-
curity and immigration-related missions at DHS—U.S. Customs
and Border Protection (CBP), Immigration and Customs Enforce-
ment (ICE), and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
(USCIS). The politization of border security and immigration facili-
tation operations under the Trump Administration led to the mis-
management of departmental and component resources. At its
worst, this mismanagement contributed to the deaths of children in
CBP custody, exacerbated a humanitarian and operational crisis
that unfolded on the U.S.-Mexico border in 2019, and allowed for
the unchecked spread of COVID–19 in immigration detention facili-
ties. The Subcommittee also examined the broader implications of
the Trump Administration border security policies and priorities
not only on border communities, private and tribal landowners, and
other stakeholders, but also on operations aimed at preventing ter-
rorist travel and the interdiction of illegal narcotics.
FAMILY SEPARATION AT THE U.S.-MEXICO BORDER
DHS conducted a family separation pilot in El Paso, Texas from
July 2017 until November 2017. A leaked Department of Health
and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Fami-
lies memo from July 2017 described family separation as part of
DHS’s two-prong approach to deter families from migrating to the
United States. The New York Times estimated over 700 children
were separated from parents during the five-month pilot in 2017,
but an internal DHS memo estimated the number was closer to
280. A January 2019 report from the HHS Office of Inspector Gen-
eral (OIG) found that family separation actually began as early as
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Spring 2017, potentially affecting thousands of additional children
and their families.
Five months after the end of the family separation pilot, then-
Attorney General Jeff Sessions issued a memo on April 6, 2018 di-
recting federal prosecutors to adopt a ‘‘zero tolerance policy’’ at the
U.S.- Mexico border. Secretary Nielsen officially required compli-
ance with the former Attorney General’s memorandum on May 4,
2018. Under the policy, adults entering the country between ports
of entry without authorization would be criminally prosecuted for
illegal entry or illegal reentry. Since children cannot be held in
criminal custody with adults, they were separated from their par-
ents, deemed to be unaccompanied minors, and transferred to the
custody of HHS’ Office of Refugee Resettlement.
Under immense public pressure, on June 20, 2018, President
Trump signed an Executive Order directing DHS to instead detain
family units together through their immigration proceedings, ex-
cept in cases where it would be detrimental to the child’s welfare
versus separation. Implementation of ‘‘zero tolerance’’ resulted in
the separation of at least 2,816 children.
On March 26, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘The Department of Homeland Security’s Family Separation Policy:
Perspectives from the Border.’’ The Subcommittee received testi-
mony from Ms. Jennifer Podkul, Director of Policy, Kids in Need
of Defense; Ms. Michelle Brané, Director for Migrant Rights and
Justice, Women’s Refugee Commission; Dr. Julie M. Linton, Co-
Chair, Immigrant Health Special Interest Group, American Acad-
emy of Pediatrics; and Mr. Tim Ballard, Founder and CEO, Oper-
ation Underground Railroad.
The Committee reviewed the Department’s handling of increas-
ing numbers of families and children at the border, particularly the
separation of children from their parents and the treatment of mi-
grant families in DHS custody. Members heard from legal and
medical experts and examined policy recommendations on the
treatment of migrant families and children in custody, the trou-
bling continuation of family separations, the status of family reuni-
fication efforts, and the Administration’s lack of accountability for
tracking of children separated from adult family members. Mem-
bers also examined the health consequences of detaining families
and the importance of following specific laws and guidance to pre-
venting further harm to children.
CONDITIONS IN U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION CUSTODY
In Fiscal Year 2019, more family units and unaccompanied chil-
dren began crossing the border, with apprehensions of unaccom-
panied children reaching their highest level. From late 2018 to
mid-2019, CBP was consistently holding unaccompanied children
and family units for more than the 72 hours maximum allowed
under the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of
2008.
In December of 2018, Jakelin Caal Maquin (seven years old from
Guatemala), and Felipe Alonzo-Gómez, (eight years old from Gua-
temala), passed away while in the custody of the U.S. Border Pa-
trol. Following their deaths, CBP announced new, interim medical
screening procedures for children who are detained and placed in
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CBP custody. Despite these new procedures, four more migrant
children passed away while in or shortly after being released from
Federal custody. No child had died in CBP custody for the entire
decade preceding 2018.
On July 19, 2019, Representative Kathleen Rice, Chairwoman of
the Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations Subcommittee led
a site visit to McAllen, Texas to examine operations and conditions
at CBP detention facilities, where there reports of over-capacity fa-
cilities raised concerns about conditions in custody. Members also
visited a Department of Health and Human Services-contracted
shelter housing unaccompanied children taken into custody at the
border and a non-profit humanitarian respite center for families re-
leased from CBP custody.
On January 14, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Assessing the Adequacy of DHS Efforts to Prevent Child Deaths
in Custody.’’ The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Brian
S. Hastings, Chief, Law Enforcement Operations Directorate, U.S.
Border Patrol, CBP, DHS; and Alexander L. Eastman, MD, MPH,
FACS, FAEMS, Senior Medical Officer—Operations, U.S. Depart-
ment of Homeland Security. The Subcommittee reviewed the
deaths of children in the Department’s custody, the conditions in
holding facilities for children and other vulnerable populations, and
the adequacy of the steps being taken to prevent additional child
deaths.
BORDER COMMUNITIES
From April 4 through April 8, 2019, Chairwoman Rice led a site
visit to El Paso, McAllen, and Brownsville, Texas to examine CBP’s
policies and operations along the southern border and how they af-
fect surrounding communities. Members also examined the use of
border security technology to enhance situational awareness and
reviewed the infrastructure, technology, and personnel needs at
ports of entry. Members also toured ICE detention facilities to ob-
serve conditions firsthand.
On April 30, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘The Impacts of Trump Policies on Border Communities.’’ The Sub-
committee received testimony from Mr. Jon Barela, Chief Executive
Officer, The Borderplex Alliance; Mr. Efrén Olivares, Racial and
Economic Justice Director, Texas Civil Rights Project; Bishop Mark
Seitz, Most Reverend Bishop, Catholic Diocese of El Paso, Texas,
U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops; and Sheriff Mark Napier,
Pima County, Arizona, testifying on behalf of the Southwestern
Border Sheriff’s Coalition.
The Subcommittee received testimony from border stakeholders
affected by President Trump’s border security and immigration
policies, such the construction of the wall along the southern bor-
der and changes to port of entry operations. Members examined the
impact of these policies on people living in southern border commu-
nities.
On February 27, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Examining the Effect of the Border Wall on Private and Tribal
Landowners.’’ The Subcommittee received testimony from the Hon-
orable Ned Norris Jr., Chairman, the Tohono O’odham Nation; Mr.
Rey Anzaldua, a private landowner from Granjeno, Texas; Ms.
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Nayda Alvarez, a private landowner from La Rosita, Texas; and
Mr. Jim Chilton, a private landowner from Arivaca, Arizona. The
witnesses testified about their experiences and interactions with
the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Customs and Bor-
der Protection about their property. The Subcommittee examined
the Administration’s efforts to build additional barriers along the
southern border and received testimony from private landowners
directly impacted by border wall construction.
BUDGET
Since 2017, the Trump Administration’s proposed DHS budgets
have focused on an enforcement-only approach to border security
and immigration to the detriment of many other missions of CBP
and ICE. The FY 2020 budgets for CBP, ICE, and USCIS dis-
proportionately prioritized the construction of a wall along the
U.S.-Mexico border, expanded immigrant detention capacity, and
extreme vetting procedures above other critical operational and fa-
cilitation activities.
On May 9, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘A
Review of the FY 2020 Budget Request for U.S. Customs and Bor-
der Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.’’ The Subcommittee re-
ceived testimony from Mr. Robert E. Perez, Deputy Commissioner,
CBP; Mr. Matthew T. Albence, Acting Director, ICE; and Ms. Tracy
Renaud, Acting Deputy Director, USCIS.
The Subcommittee examined the proposed FY 2020 budget for
CBP, ICE, and USCIS—the three components of the Department
tasked with carrying out border security and immigration-related
missions. Members also questioned the witnesses about the Depart-
ment’s emergency supplemental budget request the Department
submitted to Congress to respond to the humanitarian crisis on the
U.S.-Mexico border.
PREVENTING TERRORIST TRAVEL TO THE UNITED STATES
Since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and in the
wake of the attempted attack on Northwest Flight 253 on Christ-
mas Day 2009, the United States’ visa and passenger vetting proc-
esses have been completely revamped and strengthened to ensure
that foreign nationals entering the United States do not pose a
threat to the homeland, with an individualized threat assessment
for each visa-based traveler to the U.S. that includes screening
against all government holdings, biometrics capture, and an inter-
view. These measures include stationing CBP officers abroad to
conduct screening in certain foreign airports and the introduction
of the Electronic System for Travel Authorization, which allows
CBP to vet U.S.-bound travelers against databases before they ever
board a plane. In addition, DHS continues to vet travelers after a
visa is issued or an individual is approved to travel under the Visa
Waiver Program—from when they apply to when they arrive at a
U.S. port of entry.
On April 2, 2019, the Subcommittee held a joint hearing with the
Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism entitled ‘‘Sup-
porting a Fact-Based Approach to Preventing Terrorist Travel to
the United States.’’ The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr.
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Donald Conroy, Director, National Targeting Center—Passenger
Operations, Office of Field Operations, CBP; Mr. Monte B. Haw-
kins, Director, National Vetting Center, Department of Homeland
Security; and Ms. Rebecca Gambler, Director, Homeland Security
and Justice, U.S. Government Accountability Office. This hearing
followed a March 7, 2019 classified briefing from the Government
Accountability Office on federal efforts to prevent terrorist travel.
The Subcommittees examined how the Federal government en-
hances the security of America’s borders by preventing terrorists
from traveling to and entering the United States. Witnesses pro-
vided a fact-based overview of the threat landscape and debunked
common misconceptions of relevant processes and programs. Wit-
nesses also answered questions regarding the processes by which
CBP’s National Targeting Center and the newly formed National
Vetting Center screen and vet travelers seeking to enter the United
States.
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PRESENCE ON THE U.S.-MEXICO BORDER
On April 4, 2018, President Trump issued a memorandum direct-
ing the Secretary of Defense to support the Department of Home-
land Security in securing the border by taking any action needed
to halt the flow of drugs, gang members, and illegal aliens entering
the country and authorizing deployment of National Guard troops
to at the U.S.-Mexico border. On April 6, 2018, Secretary of De-
fense James Mattis approved the deployment of 4,000 National
Guard troops to the U.S.-Mexico border under Title 32 authority,
which has since been reauthorized through September 30, 2021. On
October 26, 2018, Secretary Mattis, approved a request for assist-
ance from DHS to provide aviation support, medical teams, tem-
porary housing for CBP personnel, riot gear, and the deployment
of approximately 5,900 active duty troops to the southern border.
On June 20, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Examining the Department of Defense’s Deployment to the U.S.-
Mexico Border.’’ The Subcommittee received testimony from Chief
Carla Provost, U.S. Border Patrol, CBP, DHS; Mr. Robert G.
Salesses, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland De-
fense Integration and Defense Support of Civil Authorities, Depart-
ment of Defense; Major General Michael T. McGuire, Adjutant
General for Arizona, Director, Arizona Department of Emergency
and Military Affairs. This hearing examined the use of military re-
sources along the U.S.-Mexico border, as well as the impacts of on-
going and the Administration’s future plans.
HUMAN RIGHTS AND LEGAL IMPLICATIONS OF DHS’ REMAIN IN MEXICO
POLICY
During the fall of 2018, large groups of migrants began pre-
senting themselves at and between ports of entry on the U.S.-Mex-
ico border. In response, in December 2018 DHS unilaterally an-
nounced the intent to deter people from filing asylum claims. On
January 28, 2019, CBP began implementing the policy Migrant
Protection Protocols (MPP) at the San Ysidro Port (CA) of Entry.
The policy, which is also commonly known as ‘‘Remain in Mexico,’’
allows CBP to send asylum applicants back to Mexican cities while
their asylum claim is adjudicated. On September 27, 2019, the De-
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partment announced that MPP would be implemented across all
CBP field offices and sectors along the southern border.
In September 2019, the Trump Administration established tem-
porary immigration courts at two ports of entry in the Rio Grande
Valley in Texas for Remain in Mexico proceedings. These ‘‘port
courts’’ greatly hinder migrants’ ability to present their asylum
claims effectively due to limited due process protections and se-
verely restricted public access.
On, November 19, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing enti-
tled, ‘‘Examining the Human Rights and Legal Implications of
DHS’ ‘Remain in Mexico’ Policy.’’ The Subcommittee received testi-
mony from: Ms. Laura Peña, Pro Bono Counsel, American Bar As-
sociation Commission on Immigration; Ms. Erin Thorn Vela, Staff
Attorney, Racial and Economic Justice Program, Texas Civil Rights
Project; Dr. Todd Schneberk, Asylum Network Clinician, Physi-
cians for Human Rights; Mr. Michael Knowles, Special Representa-
tive, National Citizenship and Immigration Services Council 119;
and Mr. Thomas Homan, Former Acting Director, ICE, DHS.
Members received testimony from legal experts and asylum prac-
titioners about the effects of the Remain in Mexico policy as it was
then operating in Texas’s Rio Grande Valley and other areas along
the southern border. Witnesses testified to the various ways the
Trump Administration acted to limit the asylum system and pur-
sue legally questionable practices to deter people from seeking asy-
lum in the first place. Specific to the Remain in Mexico policy, wit-
nesses testified to the danger facing migrants trapped in Mexico,
and the serious issues raised by the operation of the temporary im-
migration hearing facilities in Laredo and Brownsville. The Com-
mittee received testimony on the human impact of the policy, with
a particular emphasis on the suffering of children and other vul-
nerable populations.
IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT AND COVID–19
On March 24, 2020, ICE reported a detainee at the Bergen Coun-
ty Jail in Hackensack, New Jersey, had tested positive for COVID–
19. This was the first positive test in an ICE detention facility.
On April 29, 2020, as outbreaks in detention facilities continued
to occur, Chairman Thompson wrote to four of ICE’s facility con-
tractors—CoreCivic, the GEO Group, LaSalle Corrections, and
Management and Training Corporation (MTC)—requesting infor-
mation on the actions taken to prevent the spread of COVID–19
within their immigration detention facilities, including information
on their compliance with COVID–19 control measures rec-
ommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC). The Committee also requested information on the number
of facility contract personnel who had tested positive for COVID–
19 since ICE failed to publicly report this information. Based on a
review of the documents provided, each company was only partially
responsive and showed gaps in implementing the COVID–19 guid-
ance issued by both the CDC and ICE.
On July 13, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Examining ICE Contrac-
tors’’ Response to COVID–19.’’ The Subcommittee received testi-
mony from Mr. Damon T. Hininger, President and CEO, CoreCivic;
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Mr. George C. Zoley, Chairman and CEO, The GEO Group; Mr.
Scott Marquardt, President and CEO MTC; Mr. Rodney Cooper,
Executive Director, LaSalle Corrections.
The Subcommittee questioned ICE contractors about actions to
mitigate the spread of COVID–19 in their immigration detention
facilities, among contract personnel, and in surrounding commu-
nities, based upon the contractors’ responses to the Chairman’s
April 29, 2020 letter. Members also discussed the contractors’ view
of ICE’s response to COVID–19 and any future plans to modify op-
erations.
TRUSTED TRAVELERS PROGRAMS
CBP’s four Trusted Traveler Programs (TTPs) allow expedited
clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers to the United States.
On June 17, 2019, the State of New York enacted the Driver’s
License Access and Privacy Act, more commonly known as the
‘‘Green Light Law.’’ Among other provisions, the Green Light Law
prohibited New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) officials
from disclosing information to any agency that primarily enforces
immigration law unless a judge orders them to do so or a warrant
is provided. Following enactment of this law, in December 2019
New York halted DMV database access for CBP and other DHS
agencies.
On February 5, 2020, Mr. Wolf wrote to officials with the New
York State DMV claiming that New York’s Green Light Law ‘‘com-
promises CBP’s ability to confirm whether an individual applying
for TTP membership meets program eligibility requirements’’ and
expelling all New York residents from the TTPs.
Subsequently, in two separate hearings convened by the Full
Committee, senior DHS officials testified about why New York resi-
dents were prohibited from enrolling or re-enrolling in TTPs. This
testimony was later shown to be inaccurate and/or misleading. Offi-
cials claimed that New York was the only jurisdiction to limit DHS
access to DMV data, an assertion that DHS later admitted to being
incorrect in subsequent court filings. On February 7, 2020, Chair-
man Thompson, Subcommittee Chairwoman Kathleen Rice, and
other Majority Members of the Committee wrote to DHS expressing
their strong opposition to the decision to exclude New York resi-
dents from the TTPs and urging that ‘‘this senseless, retaliatory de-
cision should be immediately reversed.’’ The Members also re-
quested four categories of documents regarding the decision to ex-
clude New York residents.
On July 23, 2020, DHS lifted the ban on enrolling New York resi-
dents into TTPs, claiming it was lifted due to New York’s amend-
ment of the Green Light Law. On that same day, DOJ submitted
a letter to the District Court admitting that it had made inaccurate
statements regarding its justifications for implementing the ban.
On July 25, 2020, the Committee launched an investigation into
the facts and circumstances surrounding the inaccurate and mis-
leading testimony given to the Committee by the two senior DHS
officials. That day, the Committee wrote to the Department re-
questing that all documents and communications regarding the de-
cision to bar New York residents from the TTPs be produced by
August 21, 2020. The Committee also requested that four Depart-
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ment employees be made available to complete transcribed inter-
views with the Committee by September 4, 2020
On August 11, 2020, DHS replied to the Committee’s letter and
admitted that the claims made in testimony provided by its two of-
ficials were inaccurate but dismissed the Committee’s request for
documents and information. claiming that the Committee did not
have a ‘‘legitimate legislative purpose’’ for the investigation and
was engaging in ‘‘law enforcement.’’ On August 17, 2020, the Com-
mittee responded to the Department’s letter and reiterated its ex-
pectation that the Department would comply with the Committee’s
requests for documents, communications, and transcribed inter-
views.
On September 3, 2020, the Committee held a transcribed inter-
view with Mr. John Wagner, the former Deputy Executive Assist-
ant Commissioner of CBP’s Office of Field Operations who testified
before the Committee in February 2020. The purpose of the tran-
scribed interview was to allow the Committee to gather additional
information on the Department’s decision to bar New York resi-
dents from the TTPs.
On September 18, 2020, the Committee offered the Department
a final opportunity to comply with its renewed its document re-
quests and asked that all documents be provided by September 25,
2020.
On September 30, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing enti-
tled, ‘‘Examining DHS’ Management of Trusted Traveler Programs’’
to investigate the decisions made by DHS regarding the expulsion
of New York residents from the TTPs and received testimony from
Robert Perez, Deputy Commissioner, U.S. Customs and Border Pro-
tection. The Subcommittee also sought additional information from
DHS officials regarding the facts and circumstances surrounding
the inaccurate and misleading testimony provided to the Com-
mittee. The Subcommittee questioned the witnesses about DHS’
apparent mis-management of the TTPs, including what Depart-
mental officials did and did not know about the availability of DMV
data from U.S. jurisdictions and how such data were used to vet
TTP applicants.
On October 9, 2020, following the Department’s failure to provide
the requested documents and information, the Committee issued a
subpoena for documents and communications regarding the De-
partment’s decision to bar New York residents from the TTPs. The
subpoena also demanded documents related to inaccurate or mis-
leading information that the Administration provided to the Com-
mittee and the federal court.
On November 24, 2020, CBP provided the Subcommittee with a
corrected version of the Deputy Commissioner’s written testimony
for the September 2020 hearing after discovering that two more
U.S. jurisdictions limited CBP access to DMV data, in addition to
the 11 other states and U.S. jurisdictions found to have data limits
in place.
CHANGES TO U.S. CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES’ MISSION
USCIS is responsible for facilitating legal immigration into the
United States. U.S. businesses, the healthcare industry, the tech
industry, and the agricultural industry, among others, depend on
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talented immigrants to complement domestic operations. As such,
USCIS has a crucial role to play in the U.S. economy. USCIS is
also responsible for processing refugee and asylum claims. Since
2017, the Trump Administration has taken significant steps to
change the mission of the USCIS. The Administration has steadily
limited the programs focused on facilitating legal immigration and
simultaneously increased enforcement-adjacent actions, such as ini-
tiating deportation actions against individuals denied visas. The re-
sult at USCIS has been a growth in backlogs and processing times
and dramatically increased denials of certain visas, such as H–1B
worker visas. USCIS also narrowly avoided a financial collapse
during the summer of 2020 that would have necessitated furloughs
of 70% of its workforce.
On September 19, 2019, the Subcommittee held a briefing on
‘‘The Changing Mission of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Serv-
ice under the Trump Administration.’’ The Subcommittee heard
from experts on immigration and USCIS and examined the con-
sequences of the Trump Administration’s policy changes: Mr. Jason
Boyd, Policy Counsel, American Immigration Lawyers Association
(AILA); Mr. Jon Baselice, Executive Director, Immigration Policy,
U.S. Chamber of Commerce; and Ms. Jean Bruggeman, Executive
Director, Freedom Network USA. The purpose of this briefing was
for Members to learn about the numerous steps taken by the
Trump Administration to alter the fundamental mission of USCIS.
The panelists informed Members about the economic and humani-
tarian impact of administrative policy and operational processing
changes, focusing in particular on the increased uncertainty facing
businesses and the immigrant community.
On August 21, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Chairwoman Rice
sent a letter to USCIS demanding that it cancel the planned fur-
loughs of 70 percent of its workforce. The following week USCIS
cancelled all furloughs.
OPIOIDS INTERDICTION
In 2017, the number of overdose deaths involving opioids (includ-
ing prescription opioids and illegal opioids like heroin and illicitly
manufactured fentanyl) was six times higher than in 1999. Esti-
mates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show
that, from August 2017 through August 2018, more than 48,000
people in the United States died from an opioid overdose, with syn-
thetic opioids contributing to a record 31,900 overdose deaths.
CBP has a key role to play in stopping the crisis due to the over-
seas origins of synthetic opioids. China is the world’s largest pro-
ducer of illicit fentanyl, and fentanyl analogues, while Mexico is the
primary overland transit point. From China, fentanyl and its ana-
logues are shipped primarily by cargo ship, international mail, or
shipped directly to transnational criminal organizations, often in
Mexico. Some officials have estimated that China was responsible
for over 90 percent of the illicit fentanyl found in the U.S. during
2019. CBP personnel play a crucial role in interdicting these ship-
ments, as they are tasked with screening packages, parcels, and
other cargo before contents can be disbursed within the United
States, forming the frontline of defense against the importation of
synthetic opioids.
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On July 25, 2019, the Subcommittee held a joint hearing with
the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism entitled
‘‘Homeland Security Implications of the Opioid Crisis,’’ to discuss
the role that DHS plays in fighting the Opioids Crisis. The Sub-
committee heard testimony from: Ms. Sondra McCauley, Assistant
Inspector General for Audits, U.S. Department of Homeland Secu-
rity; Ms. Bridget G. Brennan, Special Narcotics Prosecutor for the
City of New York; Dr. Bryce Pardo, Associate Policy Researcher,
RAND Corporation; and Mr. James Edward Hinson Jr., Deputy
Chief, Investigative Bureau Commander, Greensboro, NC Police
Department.
The Subcommittee examined the homeland security implications
of the unprecedented opioid overdose epidemic fostered in recent
years by regional contamination of the heroin supply with synthetic
opioids such as fentanyl and its analogues. Witnesses highlighted
the flow of illicit fentanyl into the United States, the role of the De-
partment in fighting the importation of synthetic opioids, and how
to best mitigate the epidemic.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
‘‘The Department of Homeland Security’s Family Separation Policy:
Perspectives from the Border.’’ March 26, 2019. (Serial No. 116–
8)
‘‘Supporting a Fact-Based Approach to Preventing Terrorist Travel
to the United States.’’ Joint Hearing with the Subcommittee on
Intelligence and Counterterrorism. April 2, 2019. (Serial No.
116–9)
‘‘The Impacts of Trump Policies on Border Communities.’’ April 30,
2019. (Serial No. 116–13)
‘‘A Review of the FY 2020 Budget Request for U.S. Customs and
Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforce-
ment, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.’’ May 9,
2019. (Serial No. 116–19)
‘‘Examining the Department of Defense’s Deployment to the U.S.-
Mexico Border.’’ June 20, 2019. (Serial No. 116–27)
Joint Hearing with the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counter-
terrorism. ‘‘Homeland Security Implications of the Opioid Cri-
sis.’’ July 25, 2019. (Serial No. 116–34)
‘‘Examining the Human Rights and Legal Implications of DHS’ ‘Re-
main in Mexico’ Policy.’’ November 19, 2019. (Serial No. 116–
50)
‘‘Assessing the Adequacy of DHS Efforts to Prevent Child Deaths in
Custody.’’ January 14, 2020. (Serial No. 116–55)
‘‘Examining the Effect of the Border Wall on Private and Tribal
Landowners.’’ February 27, 2020. (Serial No. 116–62)
‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Examining ICE Contractors’’
Response to COVID–19.’’ July 13, 2020. (Serial No. 116–75)
‘‘Examining DHS’ Management of Trusted Traveler Programs.’’
September 30, 2020. (Serial No. 116–84)
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ON CYBERSECURITY, INFRASTRUCTURE PROTEC-
TION, AND INNOVATION
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois, Chairwoman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas JOHN KATKO, New York, Ranking Member
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island MARK WALKER, North Carolina
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan MARK GREEN, Tennessee
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MIKE ROGERS, ALABAMA (ex officio)
During the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee Cybersecurity, In-
frastructure Protection, and Innovation held 10 hearings, receiving
testimony from 42 witnesses.
The Subcommittee sought to hold the Administration to account
for its role in protecting the public from some of the most urgent
threats facing the nation, including cyber attacks against State and
local governments and critical infrastructure, physical attacks
against soft targets, and efforts to undermine confidence in U.S.
elections and democratic institutions. Toward that end, the Sub-
committee has worked to ensure that the Cybersecurity and Infra-
structure Security Agency (CISA), which became an operational
component of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at the
end of the 115th Congress, is positioned to carry out its responsibil-
ities to government and private sector stakeholders through ongo-
ing oversight of its organizational structure, resources, and authori-
ties. Similarly, the Subcommittee has sought to ensure that the
Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) is putting cutting edge
technologies into the hands of the DHS workforce and State and
local first responders through careful oversight of its internal orga-
nizational structure, budget, and engagement with the private sec-
tor.
CYBERSECURITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY AGENCY
As CISA has transitioned into an operational component, the
Subcommittee has sought to clarify and reinforce the agency’s role
as the Federal government’s primary civilian interface for cyberse-
curity. Additionally, the Committee has worked to equip CISA with
the authorities it needs to secure Federal networks. As threats to
the .gov domain and critical infrastructure have grown, so too have
the expectations of CISA. CISA’s budget requests, however, have
remained relatively stagnant. The President’s FY 2020 and FY
2021 budget requests were exceptions. Recognizing that CISA re-
quires sufficient funding to perform the activities for which it has
had to account, on April 10, 2019, Members of the Committee sent
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a bipartisan letter to appropriators seeking additional resources for
CISA’s cybersecurity mission in the Homeland Security 302(b) allo-
cation and were successful in securing a $350 million increase in
CISA’s funding for FY 2020.
Additionally, on April 30, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled, ‘‘Resourcing DHS’ Cybersecurity and Innovation Missions:
A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Request for the Cyberse-
curity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Science and
Technology Directorate.’’ The Subcommittee received testimony
from The Honorable Christopher C. Krebs, Director, Cybersecurity
and Infrastructure Security Agency, U.S. Department of Homeland
Security; and Mr. William Bryan, Senior Official Performing the
Duties of the Under Secretary, Science and Technology Directorate,
U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
On March 11, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Resourcing DHS’ Cybersecurity and Innovation Missions: A Re-
view of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request for the Cybersecurity
and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Science and Tech-
nology Directorate.’’ The Subcommittee received testimony from
The Honorable Christopher Krebs, Director, Cybersecurity and In-
frastructure Security Agency, U.S. Department of Homeland Secu-
rity; and The Honorable André Hentz, Deputy Under Secretary for
Science and Technology, Science and Technology Directorate, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security.
In March 2020, the Cyberspace Solarium Commission issued its
report related to how the Federal government should organize itself
and engage the private sector to best defend Federal networks and
critical infrastructure from cyberattacks. Several recommendations
pertained to the strong role CISA should play in defending govern-
ment and critical infrastructure networks from cyber attack and
how to position CISA to carry out that role.
To review the Solarium Commission’s recommendations, on July
17, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘Defending
Against Future Cyberattacks: Evaluating the Cyberspace Solarium
Commission Recommendations.’’ The Subcommittee received testi-
mony from the Honorable Angus King, Co-Chair, Cybersecurity So-
larium Commission; the Honorable Suzanne Spaulding, Commis-
sioner, Cyberspace Solarium Commission, Center for Strategic and
International Studies; and Ms. Samantha Ravich, Commissioner,
Cyberspace Solarium Commission, Chair of FDD’s Center on Cyber
and Technology Innovation. Ultimately, several Members of the
panel engaged in legislative efforts to implement many of the rec-
ommendations in law.
CYBERSECURITY FOR FEDERAL NETWORKS AND CRITICAL
INFRASTRUCTURE
The Subcommittee has continued its oversight of the implemen-
tation of PPD 21, which was signed by President Obama in 2013
to serve as the seminal directive on the ‘‘national policy on critical
infrastructure security and resilience’’ and help to ‘‘refine and clar-
ify the critical infrastructure-related functions, roles, and respon-
sibilities across the Federal Government.
Toward that end, on February 26, 2019, the Subcommittee
partnered with the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime
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Security to hold a joint Subcommittee hearing titled, ‘‘Securing
U.S. Surface Transportation from Cyber Attacks.’’ Members re-
ceived testimony from Ms. Sonya Proctor, Director for the Surface
Division, Office of Security Policy and Industry Engagement
(OSPIE), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Depart-
ment of Homeland Security; Mr. Bob Kolasky, Director of National
Risk Management Center, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Secu-
rity Agency, Department of Homeland Security; Mr. James Lewis,
Senior Vice President and Director, Technology Policy Program,
Center for Strategic & International Studies; Ms. Rebecca
Gagliostro, Director of Security, Reliability and Resilience, Inter-
state Natural Gas Association of America; Mr. Erik Robert Olson,
Vice President, Rail Security Alliance; and Mr. John Hultquist, Di-
rector of Intelligence Analysis, FireEye. In addition to examining
the state of cybersecurity within the surface transportation sector,
Members received testimony on how CISA coordinates with sector
specific agencies to secure critical infrastructure networks.
On June 14, 2019, the Subcommittee sponsored a briefing for
Congressional staff entitled, ‘‘Building Critical Infrastructure Resil-
iency Through Physical and Cyber Security via Public/Private Part-
nerships.’’ Panelists included: Josh Poster, Auto ISAC; Joe Viens,
Communication ISAC; Jim Linn, Downstream Natural Gas ISAC;
John Carlson, Financial Services ISAC; Sarah Baker, Healthcare
Ready; Scott Algeier, Information Technology ISAC; Tom Duffy,
Multi-State ISAC; Clifton E. ‘‘Chip’’ Rodgers, Jr., Real Estate ISAC;
Kim Milford, Research and Education Networks ISAC; Carlos
Kizzee, Retail & Hospitality ISAC; and John O’Connor, National
Coordinating Center for Communications.
On July 25, 2019, the Subcommittee held a Member briefing on
DHS’ authority to issue and enforce Binding Operational Directives
(BODs). Ms. Jeanette Manfra, Assistant Director, Cybersecurity Di-
vision, DHS Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency,
briefed Members. Assistant Director Manfra described the process
CISA employs to issue, implement, and enforce compliance with
BODs across Federal agencies. Additionally, Assistant Director
Manfra described CISA’s decision to begin publicizing BODs, de-
scribing how BODs can improve private sector cybersecurity.
On December 5, 2019, the Subcommittee held a classified Mem-
ber briefing on the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agen-
cy’s request for Administrative Subpoena Authority, which would
allow CISA, under certain circumstances, to subpoena limited con-
tact information about IP address owners from internet service pro-
viders to alert IP address owners to enterprise vulnerabilities ob-
served on their networks. The following briefers participated: Mr.
Richard Driggers, Deputy Assistant Director, Cybersecurity Divi-
sion, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency; Mr. Mark
Bristow, Branch Chief, Threat Hunting, Cybersecurity and Infra-
structure Security Agency; Mr. Gabriel Taran, Deputy Chief Coun-
sel for Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security
Agency; and Mr. James Burd, Acting Director of Privacy, Cyberse-
curity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
Following the briefing, in late January, Subcommittee Member
Rep. Langevin introduced H.R. 5680, Cybersecurity Vulnerability
Identification and Notification Act of 2020, legislation to authorize
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administrative subpoena authority and later offered a modified
version as an amendment to H.R. 6395, the National Defense Au-
thorization Act of FY 2021.
On December 19, 2019, the Subcommittee held a Member brief-
ing on the activities of the National Risk Management Center. Mr.
Bob Kolasky, Assistant Director, National Risk Management Cen-
ter (NRMC), DHS Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agen-
cy (CISA) briefed Members on the mission, structure, and objec-
tives of the National Risk Management Center, which serves as a
center for planning, analysis, and collaboration for identifying sig-
nificant risks to the nation’s critical infrastructure. In particular,
Members examined the NRMC’s work related to: Information Com-
munications and Technology Supply Chain Risk Management; 5G
Security and Resilience; National Critical Functions; Election Secu-
rity; and Pipeline Cybersecurity.
On January 28, 2020, the Subcommittee held a Member briefing
with stakeholders from a range of critical infrastructure stake-
holder communities to understand how the private sector engages
with CISA and sector specific agencies on security matters. Partici-
pants included Joe R. Viens, Vice Chair of the Communications
ISAC and Secretary for the National Council of Information Shar-
ing and Analysis Centers (ISAC); Scott C. Algeier, Executive Direc-
tor, IT–ISAC; John Carlson, Chief of Staff, FS–ISAC; Mandy
Misko, Americas Intelligence Officer, Public Private Partnerships,
FS ISAC; Michael Arceneaux, Managing Director, Water ISAC; and
Greg Garcia, Executive Director, Cyber Security, Health Sector Co-
ordinating Council.
On February 11, 2020, the Subcommittee held a briefing with
CISA Assistant Director for Cybersecurity Bryan Ware to discuss
priorities for the Cybersecurity Division in 2020. Members dis-
cussed the CISA reorganization, Federal network security, and cy-
bersecurity support for privately owned critical infrastructure. Ad-
ditionally, Members discussed cyber talent recruitment and reten-
tion challenges at CISA.
CYBERSECURITY FOR STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS
State and local government agencies are facing a growing array
of cyber threats, stemming from greater reliance on new tech-
nologies, shared services, and the move toward ‘smart cities.’ DHS
offers cybersecurity assistance to critical infrastructure owners and
operators, including state and local governments, but some officials
have been reluctant to take advantage of these services in the ab-
sence of a pre-existing trusted relationships with the Department.
And recent research suggests that ‘‘underserved’’ populations face
higher-than-average risk of falling victim to online scams and
cyberattacks and are also less likely to know they have been vic-
timized or what recourse to take. For too long, the Federal govern-
ment has not been proactive enough in helping state and local gov-
ernments build robust cybersecurity defenses, and cities from Al-
bany to Atlanta have paid the price.
On Tuesday, June 25, 2019, the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity,
Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation held a hearing entitled:
‘‘Cybersecurity Challenges for State and Local Governments: As-
sessing How the Federal Government Can Help.’’ The following
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witnesses testified: Hon. Keisha Lance Bottoms, Mayor of Atlanta,
Georgia; Mr. Thomas Duffy, Senior Vice President of Operations,
Center for Internet Security, and Chair of the Multi-State Informa-
tion Sharing and Analysis Center (MS–ISAC); Mr. Ahmad Sultan,
Associate Director, Anti-Defamation League Center for Technology
and Society, and former Fellow at the Center for Long Term Cyber-
security, University of California Berkeley; Mr. Frank J. Cilluffo,
Director, McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure,
Auburn University.
Witnesses testified about how cyberattacks impact communities
how to best deploy Federal resources to build capacity and promote
strong network defenses. Additionally, Members asked witnesses
about the increase in municipal ransomware attacks, challenges re-
lated to funding cybersecurity initiatives, the difficulty of hiring
and retaining staff within under-resourced state and local IT de-
partments, and how underserved communities may ultimately pay
a higher price—directly or indirectly—for poor security and low
digital literacy.
Following the hearing, Chairman Richmond introduced H.R.
5823, The State and Local Cybersecurity Improvement Act. The bi-
partisan legislation seeks to foster a stronger partnership between
the Federal government and State and local governments to defend
their State and local networks against the cyberattacks from so-
phisticated foreign adversaries or cyber criminals, including by es-
tablishing a $400 million grant program. The bill passed the House
on October 1, 2020.
Additionally, on April 13, 2020, Subcommittee Chairman Rich-
mond and Full Committee Chairman Thompson led a letter to
House leadership seeking funding for State and local cybersecurity
in future COVID–19 relief packages.
CYBERSECURITY IN THE FUTURE
The Subcommittee has also done extensive oversight to ensure
that the Federal government and the private sector are prepared
for the cyber threats of the future, both by facilitating a strong
cyber talent pipeline and evaluating future cyber threats.
On May 21, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing titled ‘‘Grow-
ing and Diversifying the Cyber Talent Pipeline.’’ The following wit-
nesses testified: Mr. Wesley Simpson, Chief Operating Officer,
International Information System Security Certification Consor-
tium ((ISC)2); Mr. Richard ‘‘Rick’’ Gallot, President, Grambling
State University; Dr. Amelia Estwick, National Cybersecurity Insti-
tute, Excelsior College; and Ms. Candace Worley, Vice President
and Chief Technical Strategist, McAfee. Witnesses testified about
the current shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals, the lack
of diversity in the field, and academic initiatives to address work-
force challenges. Members asked witnesses about how the Federal
government, including the Department, can support efforts to grow
and diversify the cyber talent and leverage these talent streams to
recruit and retain cyber experts in civil service.
On October 22, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Preparing for the Future: An Assessment of Emerging Cyber
Threats.’’ The following witnesses testified: Mr. Ken Durbin, Senior
Strategist, Symantec Corporation; Mr. Robert Knake, Senior Re-
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search Scientist, Global Resilience Institute, Northeastern Univer-
sity and Senior Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations; Ms. Niloofar
Razi Howe, Senior Fellow, New America Cybersecurity Initiative;
and Dr. Ben Buchanan, Senior Faculty Fellow, Center for Security
and Emerging Technology, Mortara Center, Assistant Teaching
Professor, Georgetown University. Witnesses testified about next
generation of cyber threats and how advancements in artificial in-
telligence (AI), quantum computing, and other technologies will
both enable and undermine national security, introduce new
vulnerabilities, and change the overall threat landscape.
INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY
The Subcommittee performed legislative and oversight activities
around the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security’s (CISA) ef-
forts to promote strong physical security for U.S. critical infrastruc-
ture. For example, the Subcommittee held hearings and marked up
legislation to reauthorize the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism
Standards (CFATS) program, a regulatory program to secure high-
risk chemical facilities against terrorist threats. This vital national
security program was set to expire in January 2019. However, at
the beginning of the Congress, the Subcommittee led efforts to ex-
tend the program for a period of 15 months to allow additional time
for the House and Senate to negotiate the text of a long-term reau-
thorization bill. This short-term extension was signed into law on
January 18, 2019.
On March 12, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Stakeholder Perspec-
tives on Improving the CFATS Program.’’ The Subcommittee re-
ceived testimony from Mr. John Morawetz, Health and Safety Rep-
resentative, International Chemical Workers Union Council; Dr.
Mike Wilson, Ph.D., MPH, National Director, Occupational and En-
vironmental Health Program, BlueGreen Alliance; Ms. Pamela
Nixon, President, People Concerned About Chemical Safety; and
Ms. Kirsten Meskill, Director, Corporate Security, BASF. Witnesses
expressed support for CFATS while also suggesting ways to im-
prove the existing program by, for instance, strengthening coopera-
tion with first responders, promoting best practices for chemical se-
curity, and empowering chemical facility workers to participate in
security planning.
Following that oversight, on June 13, 2019, Subcommittee Chair-
man Richmond introduced H.R. 3256, the Protecting and Securing
Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2019, which was
marked up and passed by the Full Committee on June 19, 2019.
Consistent with the recommendations from expert witnesses, the
legislation included provisions that would have boosted coordina-
tion with first responders, empowered facility workers, and pro-
tected vulnerable frontline communities, among other security im-
provements. Ultimately, negotiations on the long-term reauthoriza-
tion stalled in the Senate, and the program was again extended
until July 23, 2020, and then for a period of three years by the
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).
Further, the Subcommittee conducted rigorous oversight of
CISA’s efforts to secure ammonium nitrate (AN) and other so-called
‘‘precursor chemicals’’ commonly used to make Improvised Explo-
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sive Devices (IEDs). Since 2007, the Department has neglected its
statutory responsibility to issue a final rule ‘‘[regulating] the sale
and transfer of [AN] . . . to prevent the misappropriation or use
of [AN] in an act of terrorism.’’ Unfortunately, DHS never stood up
this regulatory program. Instead, DHS approached Congress nearly
ten years later to request funding for a study on potential frame-
works to control access to multiple IED precursor chemicals. In an
effort to make some progress on this important national security
issue, Congress appropriated funding for such a study on December
18, 2015. In November 2017, the National Academies of Sciences
issued its final report with recommendations for various voluntary
and regulatory frameworks to control illicit access to IED precursor
chemicals. Despite the release of the report, the Department has
failed to propose a path forward, legislatively or otherwise.
The Subcommittee has initiated numerous letters to the Depart-
ment urging them to rectify this important security gap. Specifi-
cally, Chairman Thompson wrote to the Department on August 27,
2019, to inquire about the status of the Department’s proposal to
secure IED precursor chemicals. Chairman Thompson again wrote
to Mr. Wolf on April 20, 2020, the anniversary of the Oklahoma
City Bombing, asking why DHS has yet to release a comprehensive
strategy to control the misuse of AN and other precursors. Most re-
cently, the Chairman wrote to the Department on August 5, 2020,
following the tragic explosions in Beirut that leveled parts of the
city and killed hundreds of civilians as a result of unsecured and
improperly stored AN.
In addition to chemical security, the Subcommittee has also per-
formed oversight of CISA’s efforts to secure schools, houses of wor-
ship, and other ‘‘soft targets’’ from domestic terrorists and other
threats. The Protective Security Advisor (PSA) program is a vital
component of CISA’s overall outreach and engagement with these
nontraditional critical infrastructure owners and operators. How-
ever, CISA has historically struggled to deploy its limited cadre of
PSAs strategically, and ensure they are able to engage with owners
and operators evenly across all sectors. In response, the Sub-
committee has encouraged CISA to take a more strategic approach
to PSA outreach and, where possible, help make PSA resources
available at scale.
For instance, on February 6, 2020, the Subcommittee partnered
with the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and
Resiliency to hold a joint briefing for Members to learn more about
SchoolSafety.gov, a clearinghouse of school security resources de-
veloped by CISA and interagency partners that offers security as-
sessment tools, guided security planning, and other resources tai-
lored to protect classrooms from active shooters and other threats.
That month, the Committee marked up H.R. 5780, the Safe Com-
munities Act of 2020, directing CISA to develop a similar clearing-
house for cross-sector security resources, as well as develop and im-
plement a strategy for PSA outreach and engagement. H.R. 5780
passed the House on September 30, 2020. Further, the Sub-
committee initiated a letter to CISA from the Chairman Thompson,
then-Subcommittee Chairman Richmond, and Chairwoman Under-
wood, regarding a recent DHS Office of Inspector General report
which found a number of flaws in how CISA managed PSA out-
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reach to the Commercial Facilities sector, a broad sector that en-
compasses many ‘‘soft targets’’ that have recently been under
heightened threats from active shooters and domestic terrorists.
ELECTION SECURITY
Russian interference in the 2016 election was a direct, deliberate
on our democracy. In September of 2019, then-Acting Director of
National Intelligence Joseph Maguire told Congress that ‘‘the
greatest challenge that we do have is to make sure that we main-
tain the integrity of our election system. We know right now that
there are foreign powers that are trying to get us to question the
validity on whether or not . . . our elections are valid.’’ Recog-
nizing that secure elections are the bedrock of U.S. democracy, the
Subcommittee worked to ensure the integrity and resilience of our
election infrastructure and that the full range of Federal capabili-
ties are brought to bear to support State and local election officials
in the shared responsibility of election security.
Foreign threats to election infrastructure are well documented.
But officials across the intelligence community have recognized
that foreign influence operations are among the most concerning
threats to the integrity of elections, often taking the form of coordi-
nated disinformation campaigns or hacking and releasing material
about candidates. To explore the full range of threats to election in-
frastructure, on November 19, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hear-
ing entitled, ‘‘The Road to 2020: Defending Against Election Inter-
ference.’’ The Subcommittee received testimony from Retired Gen-
eral Frank Taylor, Former Under Secretary for Intelligence and
Analysis, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Board Member,
US CyberDome; the Honorable Richard Stengel, Former Under
Secretary of State, Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs, U.S. State
Department; Matt Blaze, PhD, McDevitt Chair of Computer
Science and Law, Georgetown University; and Ms. Ginny Badanes,
Director, Strategic Projects, Defending Democracy Program, Micro-
soft. Members engaged witnesses on vulnerabilities to election in-
frastructure, online influence and disinformation campaigns, and
protecting political and national campaigns from cyber-attacks.
In early 2020, the COVID–19 pandemic further complicated the
secure administration of elections. To adhere to the public health
community’s social distancing recommendations, State and local
election officials rapidly expanded vote-by-mail opportunities, drop
box voting, and early voting, among other things. Regrettably, ad-
versaries seized upon public confusion related to the expansion of
voting opportunities to sow doubt into the integrity of expanded
vote by mail and suppress voter turnout, and the President ampli-
fied that messaging. Moreover, the President made a series of
statements suggesting he would deprive the United States Postal
Service of much needed funding to restrict the ability of Americans
to vote by mail. At the same time, the Postmaster General of the
United States Postal Service implemented changes—which have
since been suspended—that threatened the timely delivery of bal-
lots.
To ensure that voters would not have to choose between pro-
tecting their health and casting a vote, on August 4, 2020 the Sub-
committee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘Secure, Safe, and Auditable:
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Protecting the Integrity of the 2020 Elections.’’ The Subcommittee
received testimony from Mr. David Levine, Elections Integrity Fel-
low, Alliance for Securing Democracy, German Marshall Fund of
the United States; Ms. Sylvia Albert, Director of Voting and Elec-
tions, Common Cause; Ms. Amber McReynolds, Chief Executive Of-
ficer, National Vote at Home Institute; and Mr. John Gilligan,
President and Chief Executive Officer, Center for Internet Security,
Inc. Members solicited testimony on the security of vote by mail
and the need for additional Federal funding for election adminis-
tration before the 2020 election.
In October, with early voting already underway, Chairwoman
Underwood raised concerns to both CISA and social media compa-
nies regarding the targeting of African American voters with elec-
tion-related disinformation. On October 2, 2020, Chairwoman
Underwood wrote to the Chief Executive Officers of Facebook,
Twitter, and YouTube to request information on the platforms’ ef-
forts to address disinformation campaigns aimed at intimidating,
suppressing, or otherwise interfering with Black voter turnout.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DIRECTORATE
The Subcommittee continued its oversight of S&T by evaluating
both its budget requests and its record leveraging the capability of
the private sector, particularly small businesses. For example, on
April 2, 2019, the Subcommittee held a roundtable briefing on the
Science and Technology Directorate’s use of the Small Business In-
novation Research program to develop solutions to homeland secu-
rity challenges associated with spoofed phone calls. The following
briefers presented: Mr. André Hentz, Deputy Under Secretary (Act-
ing), Science and Technology Directorate, Department of Homeland
Security; Mr. Richard Shockey, Chair, SIP (Session Initiation Pro-
tocol) Forum, Shockey Consulting LLC; Mr. Mark D. Collier, Chief
Technology Officer (CTO), Securelogix Corporation; Mr. Milind
Borkar, Founder & CEO of Illuma Labs, Inc.; and Mr. Dani
Charles, AnaVation, LLC.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
‘‘Securing U.S. Surface Transportation from Cyber Attacks.’’ Joint
with Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
February 26, 2019. (Serial No. 116–2)
‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Stakeholders Perspec-
tives on Improving the CFATS Program.’’ March 12, 2019. (Se-
rial No. 116–6)
‘‘Resourcing DHS’ Cybersecurity and Innovation Missions: A Review
of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Request for the Cybersecurity
and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Science and Tech-
nology Directorate.’’ April 30, 2019. (Serial No. 116–14)
‘‘Growing and Diversifying the Cyber Talent Pipeline.’’ May 21,
2019. (Serial No. 116–22)
‘‘Cybersecurity Challenges for State and Local Governments: Assess-
ing How the Federal Government Can Help.’’ June 25, 2019.
(Serial No. 116–29)
‘‘Preparing for the Future: An Assessment of Emerging Cyber
Threat.’’ October 22, 2019. (Serial No. 116–44)
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‘‘The Road to 2020: Defending Against Election Interference.’’ No-
vember 19, 2019. (Serial No. 116–51)
‘‘Resourcing DHS’ Cybersecurity and Innovation Missions: A Review
of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request for the Cybersecurity
and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Science and Tech-
nology Directorate.’’ March 11, 2020. (Serial No. 116–68)
‘‘Defending Against Future Cyberattacks: Evaluating the Cyberspace
Solarium Commission Recommendations.’’ July 17, 2020. (Se-
rial No. 116–79)
‘‘Secure, Safe, and Auditable: Protecting the Integrity of the 2020
Elections.’’ August 4, 2020. (Serial No. 116–81)
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OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE
ON EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE,
AND RECOVERY
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey, Chairman
MAX ROSE, New York PETER T. KING, New York, Ranking Member
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
VACANT MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
During the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee on Emergency
Preparedness, Response, and Recovery held 11 hearings, receiving
testimony from 41 witnesses.
COVID–19 PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE
On March 10, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Community Perspectives on Coronavirus Preparedness and Re-
sponse,’’ to hear state and local health perspectives on the ongoing
COVID–19 pandemic. The Subcommittee received testimony from
Ron Klain, Former White House Ebola Response Coordinator (2014
2015); J. Nadine Gracia, MD, MSCE, Executive Vice President and
Chief Operating Officer, Trust for America’s Health; Christopher
Neuwirth, MA, MEP, CBCP, CEM, Assistant Commissioner, Divi-
sion of Public Health Infrastructure, Laboratories, and Emergency
Preparedness, New Jersey Department of Health; and Thomas
Dobbs, MD, MPH, State Health Officer, Mississippi State Depart-
ment of Health.
On April 16, 2020, Chairman Donald M. Payne, Jr. led a letter
from Subcommittee Members to FEMA Administrator Peter T.
Gaynor asking for an update on whether FEMA has the workforce
to handle other natural disasters as well as a potential long-term
coronavirus threat. The letter asked about current FEMA staff and
how many reservists could be called up in case there are other
events that require federal assistance, such as a major hurricane
or flood, given the forecasts that were published at the time accu-
rately predicting a very intense disaster year.
On June 26, 2020, Subcommittee Chairman Payne joined Chair-
woman Torres Small of the Oversight, Management, and Account-
ability Subcommittee in sending a letter to the FEMA Adminis-
trator after reports that the Agency was coordinating the shipment
of defective Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to nursing homes
around the country to protect against the spread of COVID–19. The
letter asked for information on the amount of PPE shipped to nurs-
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ing homes and what FEMA was doing to rectify any defective ship-
ments reported by nursing homes.
On July 10, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Pandemic Response: Confronting the Unequal Impacts of COVID–
19,’’ to learn more about health disparities and the COVID–19 pan-
demic. The Subcommittee received testimony from Georges C. Ben-
jamin, MD, Executive Director, American Public Health Associa-
tion; Leana Wen, MD, Visiting Professor of Health Policy and Man-
agement, George Washington University Milken Institute School of
Public Health; and Chauncia Willis, Co-Founder and Chief Execu-
tive Officer, Institute for Diversity and Inclusion in Emergency
Management.
On July 14, 2020, the Subcommittees on Emergency Prepared-
ness, Response, and Recovery and Oversight, Management, and Ac-
countability held a hearing entitled ‘‘Federal and State Pandemic
Supply Preparedness and Response’’ to examine how the Federal
government’s contracting actions affected the COVID–19 response
on the front lines. The Subcommittees received testimony from the
Honorable Craig Fugate, Senior Advisor, Blue Dot Strategies and
Former Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency;
Mr. Mark Ghilarducci, Director, Office of Emergency Services, Gov-
ernor’s Office, California; and Mr. Chris Currie, Director, Home-
land Security and Justice, U.S. Government Accountability Office.
On August 25, 2020, Subcommittee Chairman Donald M. Payne,
Jr. and other Members of the Subcommittee sent a letter to FEMA
Administrator Peter T. Gaynor regarding the White House Memo-
randum ‘‘Authorizing the Other Needs Assistance Program for
Major Disaster Declarations Related to Coronavirus Disease 2019’’
issued August 8, 2020. This memorandum directed ‘‘up to $44 bil-
lion from the DRF [Disaster Relief Fund] at the statutorily man-
dated 75 percent Federal cost share be made available for lost
wages assistance to eligible claimants, to supplement State expend-
itures in providing these payments.’’ The letter requested informa-
tion for the Subcommittee to conduct oversight of this new unem-
ployment assistance program including what type of technical as-
sistance would be offered to states, how the program would be ad-
ministered, and how the expenditures for the new program would
affect FEMA’s fund balance for other disaster response operations.
STATE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Today’s threat environment is more diverse than ever, with hur-
ricanes, wildfires, school shootings, vehicular attacks, and other
events occurring more often, requiring a coordinated approach
through all levels of government and outside groups. However, pre-
paredness has not risen to match current risk. The Subcommittee
examined the state of emergency management and how to improve
preparedness to the threats facing the homeland.
On March 13, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
‘‘Improving the Federal Response: Perspectives on the State of
Emergency Management’’ to hear about the state of emergency
management from witnesses representing state and local stake-
holders and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
workforce. The Subcommittee received testimony from Major Louis
V. Bucchere, Commanding Officer, Emergency Management Sec-
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tion, New Jersey State Police; Steve Reaves, FEMA Local 4060
President, American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE);
Martin ‘‘Marty’’ Senterfitt, Fire Deputy Chief & Director of Emer-
gency Management, Monroe County, Florida; and James Waters,
Chief, Counterterrorism, NYPD.
On May 16, 2019, the Subcommittee held a briefing with private
sector companies on their roles in disaster response. The Sub-
committee received testimony from Bob Loeper, Vice President of
Operations Support and Business Continuity/Disaster Response,
Fresenius Kidney Care; Stephanie Tennyson, Government Affairs
Lead, One Concern; Jason Jackson, Senior Director of Emergency
Management, Walmart; Mike Goss, General Manager-Social Inno-
vation, Toyota; Allison Hiltz, Director for Evidence Based Practice,
Geospiza; Penny Neferis, Director of Business Continuity, Disaster
Recovery and Emergency Response, JetBlue Airways; Carrie John-
son, Director of Strategy & Policy-FirstNet Program, with Jamie M.
(‘‘Mike’’) Tan, Federal Regulatory and External Affairs, AT&T; and
Jeff Partin, Director of Corporate Security, The Home Depot.
On December 4, 2019, the Subcommittee held a briefing on diver-
sity in the emergency management workforce. The Subcommittee
received testimony from Walter English, Deputy Emergency Man-
agement Coordinator and Planner, City of Fairfax, Virginia, and
Director of Training and Education, Institute for Diversity and In-
clusion in Emergency Management; Bryan Koon, Vice President of
Homeland Security and Emergency Management, IEM; Angelyn
Spaulding Flowers, J.D., Ph.D., Professor and Program Coordi-
nator, School of Urban Affairs, Social Science, and Social Work,
University of the District of Columbia; Blythe Joy Patenaude, ABD,
MBA, 1st VP/Acting Treasurer, International Network of Women in
Emergency Management; and Charles D. Sharp, Cornell University
Climate Fellow, Chairman Emeritus/CEO, Black Emergency Man-
agers Association International.
IMPACTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE
Both domestic and international assessments have supported the
science that greenhouse gas emissions caused by humans are accu-
mulating in the atmosphere and increasing the acidity of the
oceans. In 2018, the U.S. Global Change Research Program, a Fed-
eral program mandated by Congress to coordinate Federal climate
research, published the second volume of the Fourth National Cli-
mate Assessment (NCA4). The NCA4 found that it is extremely
likely that ‘‘human activities, especially emissions of greenhouse
gases, are the dominant cause of the observed warming since the
mid-20th century. While record temperatures are one of the clear-
est results from climate change, scientists have also drawn connec-
tions to other weather events. The U.S. Global Change Research
Program found that heavy precipitation events have been on the
rise in most parts of the country since 1901. Researchers from Uni-
versity of California-Berkley found that ‘‘[d]roughts and famines,
floods, wildfires, and other events caused at least in part by climate
change lead to instability that extremist groups can take advantage
of to create conflict.’’ Parts of the world are already starting to see
this dynamic play out, with implications for homeland security.
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On April 9, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled ‘‘As-
sessing the Homeland Security Impacts of a Changing Climate’’ to
hear about the effects of climate change and resulting extreme
weather events on homeland security.
The Subcommittee received testimony from Astrid Caldas, Ph.D.,
Senior Climate Scientist, Union of Concerned Scientists; Timothy
Manning, Former Deputy Administrator for Protection and Na-
tional Preparedness, FEMA; Senior Advisor, Pacific Disaster Cen-
ter; President and CEO, Berglind-Manning L.C.; Kristie Trousdale,
MPH, Deputy Director, Children’s Environmental Health Network;
and Dan Eggleston, EFO, CFO, CMO, President and Chairman of
the Board, International Association of Fire Chiefs.
CONTRACTING OVERSIGHT
The 2017 hurricane season was unprecedented in terms of the
magnitude and cost of the storms. All told, 25.8 million people—
nearly one in every 10 Americans—were affected by Hurricanes
Harvey, Irma, and Maria, which struck Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico,
and the U.S. Virgin Islands over a four-week period in August and
September 2017. FEMA experienced problems with all contracts
during the initial response to and recovery from Hurricanes Har-
vey, Irma, and Maria. Multiple contracts were canceled or delayed,
jeopardizing survivors’ access to critical goods and services.
On May 9, 2019, the Subcommittees on Emergency Prepared-
ness, Response, and Recovery and Oversight, Management, and Ac-
countability held a hearing entitled ‘‘FEMA Contracting: Reviewing
Lessons Learned from Past Disasters to Improve Preparedness’’ to
examine past contracting failures and assess remaining challenges
as FEMA prepares for future hurricane seasons. The Subcommittee
received testimony from Mr. Brian Kamoie, Associate Adminis-
trator for Mission Support, Federal Emergency Management Agen-
cy; Ms. Marie Mak, Director, Contracting and National Security
Acquisitions, Government Accountability Office; and Ms. Katherine
Trimble, Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Audits, Depart-
ment of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General.
HURRICANES IRMA AND MARIA OVERSIGHT
The catastrophic 2017 hurricane season resulted in record-setting
destruction and damage throughout Puerto Rico and the U.S. Vir-
gin Islands (USVI). FEMA’s response in the face of the 2017’s de-
struction was inadequate. In its initial review of FEMA’s perform-
ance in the 2017 hurricanes, GAO identified challenges the Agency
had while conducting response activities in Puerto Rico and USVI,
which included: a lack of Federal and state preparedness coordina-
tion; FEMA being unprepared to respond to a major disaster in a
remote location; and FEMA struggling with workforce capacity.
In addition to external criticism, FEMA also conducted an assess-
ment of its response, ‘‘2017 Hurricane Season FEMA After-Action
Report’’ (AAR), which identified a number of shortcomings, includ-
ing having inadequate staffing at FEMA for handling natural dis-
asters, failing to understand the extent of the damage from Hurri-
cane Maria, and a lack of commodity management to help disaster
survivors.
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On June 19, 2019, the Subcommittee held a briefing on the use
and application of FEMA’s Public Assistance Alternative Proce-
dures to give Members an opportunity to assess how the program
is being used in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Sub-
committee was briefed by Keith Turi, Assistant Administrator, Re-
covery Directorate, Federal Emergency Management Agency, De-
partment of Homeland Security.
On July 11, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
‘‘Road to Recovery: Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands after
Hurricanes Irma and Maria’’ to examine the ongoing recovery in
Puerto Rico and the USVI following the damage caused by Hurri-
canes Irma and Maria. The Subcommittee received testimony from
Omar J. Marrero, Esq., Executive Director, Central Office for Re-
covery, Reconstruction, and Resilience (COR3), Puerto Rico; Adri-
enne L. Williams-Octalien, Director, Office of Disaster Recovery,
U.S. Virgin Islands; and Chris P. Currie, Director, Homeland Secu-
rity and Justice, GAO.
PROTECTING VULNERABLE POPULATIONS
Natural disasters exacerbate the struggles of vulnerable popu-
lations. In a study conducted by George Washington University to
determine the number of deaths from Hurricane Maria, the re-
searchers found that of the 2,975 residents who died in Puerto
Rico, the clear majority were those living in poverty and seniors—
many of whom were likely residents with disabilities who faced
deadly mobility barriers to safety.
On July 23, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Pro-
tecting Every Citizen: Assessing Emergency Preparedness for Un-
derserved Populations’’ for Members to hear from researchers,
emergency responders, and community groups regarding efforts to
ensure the needs of underserved populations are planned for and
met in emergency settings. During Panel I, the Subcommittee re-
ceived testimony from Major Louis V. Bucchere, Commanding Offi-
cer, Emergency Management Section, New Jersey State Police;
Kelly Boyd, Access and Functional Needs Planner, New Jersey Of-
fice of Emergency Management; Elizabeth Curda, Director, Edu-
cation, Workforce and Income Security, U.S. Government Account-
ability Office; and Marcie Roth, Chief Executive Officer, Partner-
ship for Inclusive Disaster Strategies. For Panel II, the Sub-
committee received testimony from Dorian Herrell, Director, Office
of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, City of New-
ark, New Jersey; Luke Koppisch, Deputy Director, Alliance Center
for Independence (ACI); and Laurence Flint, MD, New Jersey
Chapter Representative, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Disaster Preparedness Committee.
SCHOOL SECURITY
Soft targets like schools and universities have long been a secu-
rity concern and addressing whether educational institutions are
adequately prepared to respond to and effectively manage large-
scale emergencies continues to be a challenge for communities. Al-
though Federal, state, and local preparedness efforts have im-
proved in recent years, in 2016 the GAO found that while about
half of school districts surveyed practiced emergency exercises with
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law enforcement every year, schools struggle to fund security prior-
ities.
In 2018, after the school shooting in Parkland, Florida, the Fed-
eral government launched an effort to create a Federal school safe-
ty clearinghouse to help school staff, students, and teachers find
the most up to date and relevant information when it comes to
school safety—something advocates have said was difficult for
schools to do in the past. The clearinghouse is housed at the Cyber-
security and Infrastructure Security Agency and is a joint effort be-
tween DHS, the Department of Health and Human Services, the
Department of Education, and the Department of Justice. Content
covers the entire preparedness spectrum, from mitigation to recov-
ery and includes topics such as school climate, mental health, phys-
ical security, and more.
On September 26, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing enti-
tled ‘‘Engaging the Community: Perspectives on School Security’’ to
hear from state and stakeholder witnesses about school security
and preparedness. The Subcommittee received testimony from
Lauren Hogg, Co-Founder, March for Our Lives; Parkland shooting
survivor; Jared Maples, Director, New Jersey Office of Homeland
Security and Preparedness; Kathy Martinez-Prather, Director,
Texas School Safety Center, Texas State University; and Max
Schachter, Founder and CEO, Safe Schools for Alex.
On February 6, 2020, before the clearinghouse website went pub-
lic, the Department of Homeland Security briefed the Sub-
committee and provided a demonstration of the website. The Com-
mittee was briefed by Lina Alathari, Ph.D., Chief, National Threat
Assessment Center (NTAC), U.S. Secret Service; Brian Harrell, As-
sistant Director, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency,
Department of Homeland Security; and Trent Frazier, Executive
Director, Office of Academic Engagement, Department of Homeland
Security.
BIOLOGICAL WEAPON PREPAREDNESS
DHS is responsible for protecting Americans from threats posed
by terrorist use of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear
weapons. In December 2018, Congress passed the Countering
Weapons of Mass Destruction Act of 2018 (P.L. 115–387), which au-
thorized the merger of the Domestic Nuclear Detection Office
(DNDO) and the Office of Health Affairs (OHA) to form DHS’s
Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Office. Exam-
ining the progress of the newly formed CWMD Office is a priority
for the Subcommittee.
On March 27, 2019, the Subcommittee held a briefing on the
CWMD Office. The Subcommittee received testimony from James
‘‘Jim’’ McDonnell, Assistant Secretary, Office of Countering Weap-
ons of Mass Destruction, Department of Homeland Security.
On October 17, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
‘‘Defending the Homeland from Bioterrorism: Are We Prepared?’’ to
hear from stakeholders about countering biological terrorism, the
nation’s level of preparedness, and the effectiveness of the CWMD
Office. The Subcommittee received testimony from Asha George,
DrPH, Executive Director of the Bipartisan Commission on Bio-
defense; Jennifer Rakeman, PhD, Assistant Commissioner and Di-
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rector, Public Health Laboratory, Department of Health and Men-
tal Hygiene, New York, NY; and Umair Shah, MD, MPH, Executive
Director of Harris County Public Health, TX; Past-President of the
National Association of County and City Health Officials.
DHS PREPAREDNESS GRANTS
President Trump has consistently proposed significant funding
cuts to DHS preparedness grant programs, including $900 million
in FY 2018 and FY 2019 respectively, and nearly $700 million in
FY 2020. If these funding cuts were enacted, it would threaten the
effectiveness of important grant programs like the Department’s
premier suite of grant programs, the Homeland Security Grant
Program (HSGP). HSGP is comprised of the State Homeland Secu-
rity Grant Program (SHSP), the Urban Area Security Initiative
(UASI), and Operation Stonegarden, all primarily relied upon by
states and jurisdictions to build and maintain the capabilities used
to make and keep this country safe. HSGP also includes the Non-
profit Security Grant Program (NSGP), a carveout of both SHSP
and UASI that is reserved for nonprofit organizations at risk of ter-
rorist attacks. Without robust, dedicated funding, already tight
state and jurisdictional budgets will not be able to adequately fund
efforts necessary to prepare for, respond to, recover from, or miti-
gate against ever-evolving homeland security threats.
To examine this issue, on January 9, 2020, the Subcommittee
held a hearing entitled, ‘‘Understanding the Importance of DHS
Preparedness Grants: Perspectives from the Field.’’ The Sub-
committee heard from stakeholders about how the Administration’s
proposed funding cuts to DHS preparedness grant programs would
impact state and jurisdictional homeland security postures, assess
state and jurisdictional use of DHS preparedness grants, and gauge
the challenges associated with the Department’s administration of
DHS preparedness grant programs. The Subcommittee received
testimony from W. Greg Kierce, Director, Jersey City Office of
Emergency Management and Homeland Security; Michael
Sprayberry, Director, North Carolina Emergency Management, Of-
fice of Recovery and Resiliency; Michael G. Masters, National Di-
rector and CEO, Secure Communities Network; and John J. Miller,
Deputy Commissioner, Intelligence and Counterterrorism, New
York City Police Department.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
‘‘Improving the Federal Response: Perspectives on the State of Emer-
gency Management.’’ March 13, 2019. (Serial No. 116–7)
‘‘Assessing the Homeland Security Impacts of a Changing Climate.’’
April 9, 2019. (Serial No. 116–12)
‘‘FEMA Contracting: Reviewing Lessons Learned from Past Disas-
ters to Improve Preparedness.’’ May 9, 2019. (Serial No. 116–
18)
‘‘Road to Recovery: Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands after
Hurricanes Irma and Maria.’’ July 11, 2019. (Serial No. 116–
32)
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‘‘Protecting Every Citizen: Assessing Emergency Preparedness for
Underserved Populations.’’ July 23, 2019. (Serial No. 116–33)
‘‘Engaging the Community: Perspectives on School Security.’’ Sep-
tember 26, 2019. (Serial No. 116–38)
‘‘Defending the Homeland from Bioterrorism: Are We Prepared?’’
October 17, 2019 (Serial No. 116–42)
‘‘Understanding the Importance of DHS Preparedness Grants: Per-
spectives from the Field.’’ January 9, 2020. (Serial No. 116–54)
‘‘Community Perspectives on Coronavirus Preparedness and Re-
sponse.’’ March 10, 2020. (Serial No. 116–66)
‘‘Pandemic Response: Confronting the Unequal Impacts of COVID–
19.’’ July 10, 2020. (Serial No. 116–74)
‘‘Reviewing Federal and State Pandemic Supply Preparedness and
Response.’’ July 14, 2020 (Serial No. 116–76)
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OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE
ON INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTERTERRORISM
MAX ROSE, New York, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas MARK WALKER, North Carolina, Ranking
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island Member
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan PETER T. KING, New York
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MARK GREEN, Tennessee
MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
During the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee on held 10 hear-
ings, receiving testimony from 36 witnesses.
The Subcommittee focused on several critical nationwide and
global counterterrorism and intelligence issues, including oversight
of the nexus between social media and violent extremism; the rise
in domestic terrorism; the growth of transnational white suprema-
cist extremism; and oversight of the Department of Homeland Se-
curity (DHS) Office of Intelligence & Analysis (I&A).
SOCIAL MEDIA AND HOMELAND SECURITY
Throughout the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee on Intel-
ligence and Counterterrorism focused on the exploitation of social
media by terrorists and other violent extremists. The Sub-
committee conducted hearings, held briefings, and convened meet-
ings to gather information on current and emerging threats associ-
ated with this topic.
On April 10, 2019, after a Full Committee briefing from founding
members of the Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism
(GIFCT) in which representatives failed to answer questions about
resourcing and personnel dedicated to countering terrorism on their
respective platforms, Subcommittee Chairman Max Rose led a let-
ter with Majority Subcommittee Members Sheila Jackson Lee,
James Langevin, and Elissa Slotkin, requesting additional informa-
tion on the companies’ annual budgets for counterterrorism pro-
grams and staffing for such programs in order to determine the
founding GIFCT members’ commitment to containing and combat-
ting terrorists and associated content online.
In the following months, Chairman Rose met with representa-
tives from Microsoft, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube to discuss
their responses to the April 10, 2019 letter as well as each com-
pany’s counterterrorism efforts and collaboration with other indus-
try partners and the GIFCT.
On June 25, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Ar-
tificial Intelligence and Counterterrorism: Possibilities and Limita-
tions.’’ The Subcommittee heard testimony from Dr. Ben Buchanan,
Assistant Teaching Professor, Georgetown University, Senior Fac-
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ulty Fellow, Center for Security and Emerging Technology, Mortara
Center; Mr. Alex Stamos, Adjunct Professor, Freeman Spogli Insti-
tute, Program Director, Stanford Internet Observatory, Encina
Hall; and Mr. Julian Sanchez, Senior Fellow, Cato Institute. This
hearing provided the technical foundation for a Full Committee
Hearing the following day on social media companies’ efforts to
counter online terrorist content and misinformation.
On July 24, 2019, at Chairman Rose’s direction, Committee Ma-
jority staff traveled to Menlo Park, California, to attend the annual
meeting of the GIFCT. Staff were able to meet with counterter-
rorism policy leadership from Facebook, Twitter, Google, and other
companies to learn more about these companies’ efforts and to
share Chairman Rose’s priorities regarding combatting terrorist ex-
ploitation of social media platforms.
On September 23, 2019, representatives of the GIFCT announced
their intentions for the Forum to become an independent organiza-
tion. On December 11, 2019, the GIFCT formally registered as an
independent 501(c)(3). These developments came on the heels of
months of pressure by Chairman Rose regarding the need for the
GIFCT founding companies to take their counterterrorism efforts
more seriously by adequately funding GIFCT efforts and desig-
nating full-time staff to the organization.
Based on this oversight, on November 21, 2019, Chairman Rose
introduced H.R. 5209, the ‘‘Raising the Bar Act.’’ H.R. 5209 estab-
lishes an exercise program in which online terrorist content is
flagged for social media companies to help test the efficacy of com-
panies’ practices to address such content on their platforms within
24 hours. Social media companies are then rated on their perform-
ance in each exercise by an independent institution, selected by the
Department of Homeland Security.
On March 4, 2020, Chairman Rose met with Facebook’s Policy
Director on Counterterrorism and Dangerous Organizations, Brian
Fishman to discuss edits to the Raising the Bar Act in addition to
updates regarding the status of the GIFCT’s hiring of an Executive
Director and next steps for the organization to be successful.
On March 11, 2020, Chairman Rose met with representatives
from the founding members of the GIFCT to discuss edits to the
Raising the Bar Act in addition to updates regarding the status of
the GIFCT’s hiring of an Executive Director and next steps for the
organization to be successful.
On June 23, 2020, Chairman Rose sent a letter to the newly an-
nounced GIFCT Executive Director, Nicholas Rasmussen, congratu-
lating him on his new endeavor, in addition to next steps for the
organization to be successful—including prioritizing the creation of
an exercise program such as that detailed in the Raising the Bar
Act.
On September 21, 2020, Chairman Rose met with GIFCT Execu-
tive Director, Nicholas Rasmussen, on issues detailed in the Chair-
man’s June 23 letter. Mr. Rasmussen provided the Chairman with
updates regarding the GIFCT.
On October 16, 2020, Chairman Rose set a letter to the GIFCT
Operating Board reiterating his priorities for the growth and
strengthening of the GIFCT.
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COUNTERTERRORISM
Throughout the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee on Intel-
ligence and Counterterrorism focused on counterterrorism efforts
including the rise of anti-Semitic domestic terrorism, emerging
threats such as militia extremists and anti-government move-
ments, international terrorism, and the rising threat from violent
transnational white supremacy. Members and staff conducted hear-
ings and briefings to gather information on current and future
threats associated with domestic extremist movements and foreign
terrorist organizations.
Anti-Semitic Domestic Terrorism
On January 9, 2020, following a series of antisemitic attacks in
New York and New Jersey, the Members of the Subcommittee re-
ceived a briefing about the rise in domestic terrorism motivated by
anti-Semitism. The Members were briefed by major Jewish organi-
zations including Anti-Defamation League (ADL); American Jewish
Committee (AJC); Secure Community Network; and the Wiesenthal
Center. Briefers highlighted the need for an expanded Foreign Ter-
rorist Organization list to include global white supremacist extrem-
ist groups, the importance of sufficient funding for Non-Profit Secu-
rity Grants, increased intelligence sharing with State, Local, Terri-
torial and Tribal law enforcement on these threats, and political
will to tackle the problem. In addition to the policy recommenda-
tions, this briefing provided Members with additional background
on the scope of the threat in advance of a two-part hearing to bet-
ter understand what more the federal government can do to help
counter acts of anti-Semitism in communities across the country.
On January 15, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Terrorism.’’ The
Subcommittee heard testimony from Mr. Jonathan Greenblatt,
CEO, ADL; Mr. Nathan Diament, Executive Director, Union of Or-
thodox Jewish Congregations of America; Mr. Eugene Kontorovich,
Professor of Law, Antonin Scalia Law School, George Mason Uni-
versity; Mr. Clifford D. May, Founder and President, Foundation
for the Defense of Democracies; Mr. John Miller, Deputy Commis-
sioner for Intelligence & Counterterrorism, New York City Police
Department; General John R. Allen, USMC, Ret., Co-Chair, HSAC
Subcommittee for the Prevention of Targeted Violence Against
Faith-Based Organizations, President, Brookings Institution; and
Mr. Paul Goldenberg, Co-Chair, HSAC Subcommittee for the Pre-
vention of Targeted Violence Against Faith-Based Organizations,
Chairman and President, Cardinal Point Strategies.
On February 26, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Terrorism, Part II.’’
The Subcommittee heard testimony from Ms. Elizabeth Neumann,
Assistant Secretary, Threat Prevention and Security Policy, Office
of Strategy, Policy, and Plans, U.S. Department of Homeland Secu-
rity; Mr. Brian Harrell, Assistant Director, Infrastructure Security,
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, U.S. Depart-
ment of Homeland Security; Ms. Jill Sanborn, Assistant Director,
Counterterrorism Division, Federal Bureau of Investigation.
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During the first hearing, witnesses and Members highlighted the
duty of the Federal government to respond to the rise in anti-Se-
mitic domestic terrorism and the broader rise of white supremacist
extremist violence. Stakeholder groups and experts spoke to how
anti-Semitic violence in the United States is often linked to
transnational networks of terror and hate, including global net-
works of white supremacist extremists in Europe and elsewhere.
The hearing addressed how anti-Semitic violence is often linked to
vitriolic discourse online.
During the second hearing, government witnesses were encour-
aged to create meaningful and respectful partnerships with Jewish
community organizations. Mindful of limitations established by the
First Amendment, Members encouraged government witnesses to
pressure social media companies to prioritize the removal of ter-
rorist content, including violent anti-Semitic content and white su-
premacist extremist content, in order to help prevent online hate
from metastasizing into real-life violence.
During both hearings, Members emphasized that the federal gov-
ernment must prioritize understanding these domestic and inter-
national networks to more effectively prevent violence linked to
such extremists in the Homeland.
The two-part hearing series demonstrated that Congress has an
important role to play in raising awareness about and encouraging
federal agencies to respond comprehensively to domestic terrorism,
including that inspired by anti-Semitism. It also underscored that
addressing the rise in anti-Semitic domestic terrorism requires a
whole-of-society approach.
Emerging Domestic Terrorism Threats
During the spring of 2020, media reporting and intelligence bul-
letins started identifying threats and acts of violence from a range
of violent anti-government actors, movements, and organizations,
highlighting violent militia extremists and accelerationists, includ-
ing the Boogaloo movement.
On July 16, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled ‘‘As-
sessing the Threat from Accelerationists and Militia Extremists.’’
The Subcommittee received testimony from Ms. JJ MacNab, Fel-
low, Program on Extremism, The George Washington University;
Heidi Beirich, Ph.D., Co-Founder and Executive Vice President,
Global Project Against Hate and Extremism; and Mr. John
Donohue, Fellow, Miller Center for Community Protection and Re-
siliency, Rutgers University, Former Chief of Strategic Initiatives
at New York City Police Department.
Throughout the hearing, witnesses underscored that some of
these extremist movements stem from ideologies that are decades
old, whereas others are relatively new. They also explained how
the threats themselves range from decentralized and leaderless
networks to more structured groups. Witnesses made clear that
anti-government extremism was one of the most prominent threads
of the groups and movements. Dr. Beirich highlighted the overlap
with anti-immigrant, anti-Semitic, anti-Black, anti-Muslim
ideologies as well, often bringing extremists into common cause
with white supremacists. Witnesses identified the challenges facing
law enforcement due to the decentralized structure of these extrem-
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ist movements and their use of digital tools. Witnesses made clear
that given the emphasis these groups and movements place on
their online interactions, this problem can only be solved by coordi-
nating with and additional action from social media platforms.
Transnational Violent White Supremacist Extremists
During the 116th Congress, Subcommittee Chairman Rose spear-
headed oversight and legislative efforts concerning transnational
white supremacist extremists. This oversightcontributed to the U.S.
Department of State’s designation of the Russian Imperial Move-
ment and three of its leaders as Specially Designated Global Ter-
rorist entities—the first such designation of a white supremacist
group.
On September 18, 2019, the Subcommittee held a joint hearing
with the Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and
International Terrorism of the Committee on Foreign Affairs enti-
tled ‘‘Meeting the Challenge of White Nationalist Terrorism at
Home and Abroad.’’ The Subcommittee heard testimony from Cyn-
thia Miller-Idriss, Ph.D., Director, International Training and Edu-
cation Program, School of Education, American University; Mr.
Christian Picciolini, Founder, Free Radicals Project, Author; and
Sharon Nazarian, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, International Af-
fairs, ADL.
The hearing highlighted the international dynamics of the white
nationalist terrorist movement and the threats its adherents in the
United States pose to the homeland at a time when these threats
are growing, exemplified by terrorist attacks in El Paso, TX,
Christchurch, New Zealand, and Poway, CA. The terrorists identi-
fied as responsible for these attacks drew inspiration from one an-
other and from other white nationalist attacks in the United States
and abroad. The hearing explored the connections between the do-
mestic and international white nationalist terrorist networks and
discussed the ideology, motivations, uses of technology, as well as
radicalization and de-radicalization processes of white nationalist
terrorists to better inform future policy.
On November 13, 2019, the Subcommittee held a briefing on vio-
lent white supremacist extremist groups by representatives of the
Soufan Center. This briefing was a follow-up from testimony by Mr.
Soufan at the Full Committee hearing entitled ‘‘Global Terrorism:
Threats to the Homeland, Part I.’’ During the briefing, Members
explored the granular threats from violent white supremacist ex-
tremists in the U.S. and abroad as well as how these terrorists
draw inspiration from one another. The Soufan Center representa-
tives focused on the transnational networks of white supremacist
extremists showcasing ties between groups or organizations identi-
fied as violent white supremacist extremists and domestic individ-
uals and groups. They also discussed specific acts of violence com-
mitted by such individuals/groups and cases in which U.S. nation-
als that have traveled to Ukraine in furtherance of such move-
ments. The briefing underscored the similarities between
transnational white supremacist movements and jihadist groups
and the need to apply existing counterterrorism policies or prac-
tices to counter such groups, including by expanding the Foreign
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Terrorist Organization (FTO) list to include white supremacist
groups.
Based on previous oversight and other activities, on January 30,
2019 Chairman Rose introduced H.R. 5736, the ‘‘Transnational
White Supremacist Extremism Review Act.’’ Through the Chair-
man’s oversight, a common theme that emerged was the need for
law enforcement officials at all levels to be better informed of the
transnational white supremacist threat. H.R. 5736 requires the De-
partment of Homeland Security Office of Intelligence & Analysis to
conduct an assessment on threats posed by foreign violent white
supremacist extremist groups. The bill also authorizes the Depart-
ment of Homeland Security to share these materials with online
platforms, upon request, in order to help platforms identify con-
tent—such as symbols, flags, and references—used by foreign white
supremacist extremist groups. Importantly, the bill builds in strong
protections for civil rights, civil liberties, and privacy, including a
blanket prohibition of the release of the personal information of
any person or group engaged in constitutionally protected conduct
in the United States. This bill was endorsed by ADL and Blue Dog
Coalition. The legislation, as amended, advanced out of Committee
by voice vote on February 12, 2020, and passed the House of Rep-
resentatives on September 30, 2020.
Preventing Terrorist Travel to the U.S.
On March 7, 2019, the Subcommittee on Intelligence and
Counterterrorism and the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facili-
tation, and Operations hosted a Classified Member-only briefing
with representatives from the U.S. Government Accountability Of-
fice on preventing terrorist travel to the U.S.
Following the briefing, on April 2, 2019, the Subcommittee held
a joint hearing with the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilita-
tion, and Operations, entitled ‘‘Supporting a Fact-Based Approach
to Preventing Terrorist Travel to the United States.’’ The Sub-
committees received testimony from Mr. Donald Conroy, Director,
National Targeting Center—Passenger Operations, Office of Field
Operations, U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Mr. Monte B.
Hawkins, Director, National Vetting Center, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security; and Ms. Rebecca Gambler, Director, Homeland
Security and Justice, U.S. Government Accountability Office. The
hearing provided Members a fact-based overview of the threat
landscape and debunked common misconceptions about the rel-
evant processes and programs concerning preventing terrorist trav-
el.
Local Efforts to Counter Terrorism
On May 6, 2019, the Subcommittee held a field hearing in New
York entitled, ‘‘Local Efforts to Counter the Terror Threat in New
York City: A Retrospective and a Roadmap.’’ Testimony was heard
from Mr. John J. Miller, Deputy Commissioner, Intelligence &
Counterterrorism, New York City Police Department; Mr. Thomas
Currao, Chief of Counterterrorism, Fire Department of the City of
New York; and Mr. Edward T. Cetnar, Superintendent of Police,
Director of Public Safety, Port Authority of New York and New Jer-
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sey. In advance of the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001
terrorist attacks, this hearing examined the holistic threats faced
by New York City and local agencies’ efforts to counter them.
After the release of several intelligence assessments on the
threat of ghost guns by criminal actors and terrorists, on June 10,
2019, Chairman Rose introduced H.R. 2621, the ‘‘Homeland Secu-
rity Assessment of Terrorists’’ Use of Ghost Guns Act.’’ H.R. 2621
requires the Department of Homeland Security Office of Intel-
ligence and Analysis (I&A) to develop and disseminate an annual
terrorism threat assessment regarding the availability of ghost
guns in furtherance of an act of terrorism and share this assess-
ment with state, local, and tribal law enforcement officials.
H.R.2621 passed Committee by voice vote on May 15, 2019. Under-
scoring the bipartisan interest and seriousness of the threat, a
version of H.R. 2621 was included in the FY20 National Defense
Authorization Act as Section 5716 and signed into law on Decem-
ber 20, 2019. DHS disseminated the assessment on October 16,
2020.
ISIS and Al Qaeda
On June 24, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Ex-
amining the Threat from ISIS and Al Qaeda.’’ The Subcommittee
heard testimony from Mr. Michael Morell, Private Citizen, Former
Acting & Deputy Director, Central Intelligence Agency (CIA);
Former Ambassador Tina Kaidanow, Former Acting Assistant Sec-
retary of State for Political-Military Affairs, Former Coordinator for
Counterterrorism, U.S. Department of State; and Mr. Thomas
Joscelyn, Senior Fellow, Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
While ISIS and Al Qaeda (AQ) have been dealt significant battle-
field losses over the last ten years, the witnesses described how the
groups still have a desire to carry out and inspire violence across
the globe, including in the United States. The witnesses cited sev-
eral examples of the groups’ branches that operate in regions
across the globe in addition to a Saudi soldier who was in contact
with an AQ affiliate in Yemen prior to carrying out an attack that
killed three people at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola. The wit-
nesses also discussed the threat posed by the emergence of the
Taliban as a political party in Afghanistan and the peace deal cur-
rently being negotiated between the Taliban and the Afghan gov-
ernment.
INTELLIGENCE OVERSIGHT
On October 15, 2020, Chairman Rose toured DHS’ National Op-
erations Coordination (NOC) and meet with Office of Operations
Coordination (OPS) Director Christopher Tomney.
During the Coronavirus outbreak, the Subcommittee continued
its work to ensure that DHS programs for sharing intelligence were
not disrupted during the coronavirus pandemic. Through its over-
sight, the Subcommittee found that State actors like China con-
cealed essential information related to coronavirus and actively
spread disinformation.
On March 18, 2020, Chairman Max Rose wrote to DHS’ I&A and
Office of Operations Coordination to urge the Department to ensure
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that information sharing programs would not be disrupted by the
pandemic.
On March 24, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Chairman Rose
wrote to DHS requesting details of the Department’s plans to pre-
vent extremists from exploiting the pandemic to spread
disinformation and commit acts of violence.
On April 29, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Chairman Rose
wrote to DHS seeking documents and information explaining
whether and how DHS utilized and disseminated pandemic-related
intelligence in late 2019 and early 2020 to inform operational
changes intended to prepare for the possible consequences of the
spread of coronavirus.
On May 13, 2020, Chairman Rose and Ranking Member Mark
Walker wrote to DHS I&A seeking information on ongoing efforts
to combat disruptive and harmful actions by China intended to ex-
ploit the pandemic.
Over the course of 2020, DHS engaged in law enforcement and
intelligence operations in several cities that negatively impacted
Americans’ ability to engage in constitutionally protected protest
activity. DHS’ execution of these operations has undermined the
Department’s reputation as a partner to state and local law en-
forcement. Based on previous oversight and other activities, on Au-
gust 3, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Chairman Rose introduced
H.R. 7984, the Strengthening Oversight of DHS Intelligence Act, to
bolster privacy, civil liberties, and civil rights protections with re-
spect to the activities of DHS’ I&A arm. Press reporting and whis-
tleblower complaints alleged serious misconduct within I&A re-
garding the violation of Americans’ civil rights, civil liberties, and
constitutional rights. H.R. 7984 requires DHS I&A products to be
vetted by the DHS Office of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties (CRCL)
to ensure they do not violate constitutional and other legal protec-
tions. The legislation also codifies a requirement for CRCL to pro-
vide training to senior DHS intelligence personnel on civil rights
and civil liberties protections.
OPIOID CRISIS
On July 25, 2019, the Subcommittee held a joint hearing with
the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations
entitled ‘‘Homeland Security Implications of the Opioid Crisis.’’ The
Subcommittee heard testimony from Ms. Sondra McCauley, Assist-
ant Inspector General for Audits, U.S. Department of Homeland
Security, Office of Inspector General; Ms. Bridget G. Brennan, Spe-
cial Narcotics Prosecutor, City of New York, Office of the Special
Narcotics Prosecutor; Bryce Pardo, Ph.D., Associate Policy Re-
searcher, RAND Corporation; and Mr. James Edward Hinson, Jr.,
Deputy Chief, Greensboro Police Department, Investigative Bureau
Commander.
On August 27, 2019, the Chairman Rose toured the John F. Ken-
nedy Airport International Mail Facility with bipartisan Committee
Members. The Chairman received updates on the status of rec-
ommendations provided by the Office of Inspector General to Cus-
toms and Border Protection concerning a recent audit of the facil-
ity, a topic of concern at the July 25, 2019 hearing. On May 29,
2020, Chairman Rose and Border Security, Facilitation, and Oper-
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ations Chairwoman Rice sent a letter to the U.S. General Services
Administration (GSA), The Port Authority of New York and New
Jersey, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and the U.S. Post-
al Service, concerned by the prolonged timeline for construction of
the new laboratory at the John F. Kennedy International Mail Fa-
cility.
ADDRESSING HUMAN TRAFFICKING
On October 28, 2019, the Subcommittee held a field hearing in
Greensboro, North Carolina entitled ‘‘Tackling Human Trafficking:
Assessing Federal, State and Local Information Sharing Efforts.’’
The Subcommittee heard from Ms. Christine Shaw Long, Executive
Director, North Carolina Human Trafficking Commission, North
Carolina Judicial Branch; Mr. Ronnie A. Martinez, Special Agent
in Charge, Homeland Security Investigations, Charlotte Field Of-
fice, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of
Homeland Security; Mr. Carl L. Wall, II, Special Agent in Charge,
Human Trafficking Unit, North Carolina State Bureau of Inves-
tigation; and Ms. Aundrea Azelton, Chief Deputy, Sheriff Office,
Randolph County, North Carolina. Witnesses focused on informa-
tion sharing efforts and collaboration between several entities at
the Federal, State, and local levels to combat human trafficking.
COUNTERINTELLIGENCE
On March 12, 2020, the Subcommittee was briefed by DHS re-
garding the Department’s counterintelligence work to secure U.S.
academic and scientific communities. According to the Office of In-
telligence and Analysis (I&A), ‘‘U.S. academic and scientific com-
munities have increasingly become common targets of hostile for-
eign government efforts to undermine our national security. For-
eign intelligence agents and non-traditional collectors are taking
advantage of our open and collaborative academic environment.’’
Information provided led to follow-on briefings with the academic
community and discussions with U.S. Immigration and Customs
Enforcement on their work to combat the problem.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
‘‘Supporting a Fact-Based Approach to Preventing Terrorist Travel
to the United States.’’ April 2, 2019. Joint with the Sub-
committee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations.
(Serial No. 116–9)
‘‘Local Efforts to Counter the Terror Threat in New York City: A
Retrospective and a Roadmap.’’ May 6, 2019. (Serial No. 116–
16)
‘‘Artificial Intelligence and Counterterrorism: Possibilities and Limi-
tations.’’ June 25, 2019. (Serial No. 116–28)
‘‘Homeland Security Implications of the Opioid Crisis.’’ July 25,
2019. Joint with the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facili-
tation, and Operations. (Serial No. 116–34)
‘‘Meeting the Challenge of White Nationalist Terrorism at Home and
Abroad.’’ Joint with the Subcommittee on Middle East, North
Africa, and International Terrorism of the Committee on For-
eign Affairs. September 18, 2019. (Serial No. 116–36)
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‘‘Tackling Human Trafficking: Assessing Federal, State and Local
Information Sharing Efforts.’’ October 28, 2019. (Serial No.
116–45)
‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Terrorism.’’ January
15, 2020. (Serial No. 116–58)
‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Terrorism, Part II.’’
February 26, 2020. (Serial No. 116–61)
‘‘Examining the Threat from ISIS and Al Qaeda.’’ June 24, 2020.
(Serial No. 116–72)
‘‘Assessing the Threat from Accelerationists and Militia Extremists.’’
July 16, 2020. (Serial No. 116–78)
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OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE
ON OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT, AND ACCOUNT-
ABILITY
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico, Chairwoman
DINA TITUS, Nevada DAN CRENSHAW, Texas, Ranking Member
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
During the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee on Oversight,
Management, and Accountability held 12 hearings, receiving testi-
mony from 38 witnesses.
The Subcommittee conducted oversight of the Department of
Homeland Security’s (DHS) functions essential to the Department
effectively and efficiently fulfilling its critical missions while sup-
porting the men and women who execute those missions. Accord-
ingly, the Subcommittee focused on the foundation upon which all
of DHS’s missions rest, a workforce of over 240,000 employees, by
identifying solutions to challenges with recruitment and retention,
low morale, and lack of diversity. In addition to addressing issues
that directly affected the DHS workforce, the Subcommittee exam-
ined vital DHS headquarters functions, including oversight of
major acquisition programs and procurement and contracting prac-
tices; policy development and coordination across the Department;
and inclusion of privacy and civil rights and civil liberties consider-
ations when implementing new programs.
HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
DHS is the third largest Department in the Federal government
with over 240,000 employees. The Department requires an ade-
quate, prepared, and well-equipped workforce to carry out its crit-
ical mission. However, DHS has struggled to hire and retain per-
sonnel and has suffered from persistently low employee morale.
On March 7, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘CBP Workforce Challenges: Exploring Solutions to Address Re-
cruitment and Retention.’’ The Subcommittee examined the chal-
lenges U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) faces with re-
cruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified law enforcement personnel.
The hearing highlighted a contract CBP awarded to assist in the
recruitment and hiring of new agents and officers that resulted in
a minimal number of new hires. CBP terminated the contract the
following month.
On January 14, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Seventeen Years Later: Why is Morale at DHS Still Low.’’ Members
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discussed why morale at the Department has remained low since
its inception in 2003, the actions taken to improve employee mo-
rale, and further efforts needed to address low morale.
On February 27, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Building a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce to Meet the Homeland
Security Mission.’’ Subcommittee Members acknowledged the
progress DHS has made increasing the representation of minorities
and women across the Department but discussed the challenges
with increasing such representation among the Department’s sen-
ior leaders.
On June 16, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘Business as Usual? Assessing How DHS Can Resume Operations
Safely.’’ The Subcommittee examined how DHS adjusted its oper-
ations in response to the coronavirus pandemic and the steps the
Department and its components needed to take to resume oper-
ations in a way that protected the health and safety of its employ-
ees and the public.
During a Subcommittee Member Briefing with the Director of the
Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) on July 6,
2020, Members discussed the impact of a three-month suspension
of in-person trainings in response to the coronavirus and FLETC’s
plans to protect the health and safety of its students, teachers, and
staff when it resumed trainings.
ACQUISITION, PROCUREMENT, AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
DHS spends hundreds of billions of dollars each year to obtain
goods and services to support the various mission sets across the
Department. The goods and services obtained allow, for example,
the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to deploy re-
lief supplies to disaster areas. However, FEMA has had long-
standing contracting challenges, including inadequate use of ad-
vance contracts, and insufficient oversight of contracts awarded by
state and local governments. These challenges were accentuated
during the unprecedented and devastating 2017 hurricane season.
In response, on May 9, 2019, the Subcommittee held a joint hear-
ing with the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response,
and Recovery entitled, ‘‘FEMA Contracting: Reviewing Lessons
Learned from Past Disasters to Improve Preparedness.’’ The Sub-
committees examined past contracting failures and assessed re-
maining challenges to better prepare the nation to respond to fu-
ture natural disasters. FEMA continued to experience contracting
challenges when it was appointed lead of the federal response effort
to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
On July 14, 2020, the Subcommittee held a joint hearing with
the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Re-
covery entitled, ‘‘Reviewing Federal and State Pandemic Supply
Preparedness and Response.’’ The Subcommittee discussed the dif-
ficulties FEMA faced in procuring personal protective equipment
and other supplies from reliable sources and distributing supplies
to states to address critical shortages.
CBP operates 110 land Ports of Entry (POEs), consisting of a
total of 167 land border crossings—120 along the northern border
and 47 along the southern border. As part of its capital planning
process, CBP is responsible for identifying land POE infrastructure
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needs and prioritizing projects. In order to learn more about the
practical implications of CBP’s needs at the border, the Sub-
committee conducted a Member site visit to the Santa Teresa Port
of Entry, in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, on December 2, 2019. Dur-
ing the visit, Members witnessed how a malfunctioning scanner
machine slowed vehicle traffic as the vehicle inspections had to be
conducted by K–9 units. Members also learned about how the con-
struction of a larger lane would be critical to facilitating inter-
national commerce by making it easier for trucks carrying wind
power blades to pass through.
Immediately following the site visit, the Subcommittee held a
field hearing, entitled ‘‘Promoting Safe and Efficient Travel and
Trade at America’s Land Ports of Entry,’’ during which Members
heard testimony from government and business officials about how
technologies that speed up the border crossing process impact the
local and regional economy.
SYSTEMS MODERNIZATION AND INTEGRATION
Since 2003, when DHS was established by the merging of 22 dif-
ferent agencies, the Department has struggled to modernize and in-
tegrate its systems, including financial management and human
capital systems. Several projects pursued by the Department since
its inception have a history of delays and cost overruns and failed
to deliver the intended capability. For example, DHS wasted tens
of millions of dollars on various iterations of its Financial Systems
Modernization (FSM) program and has yet to modernize most of its
financial systems. Additionally, DHS initiated the Human Re-
sources Information Technology (HRIT) investment to consolidate,
integrate, and modernize the Department’s human resources infor-
mation technology infrastructure. However, both the Office of In-
spector General and Government Accountability Office found lim-
ited progress had been made. On April 3, 2019, the Subcommittee
held a hearing entitled ‘‘Ensuring Effective and Efficient Oper-
ations: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 DHS Management Direc-
torate Budget Request’’ to question DHS’s budget request for these
programs.
POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND COORDINATION
The policies and strategies implemented by the DHS are integral
to its ability to successfully carry out its varying mission sets. DHS
is also responsible for developing and coordinating policies for key
issues across the Federal government. For example, DHS is the
lead for ensuring continuity of operations preparedness across the
Executive Branch. Continuity of operations is a Federal initiative,
required by presidential directive, to ensure agencies are able to
continue performing their essential functions during any and all
hazards, including public health emergencies such as pandemics.
To enable the Committee to understand the extent to which DHS
was prepared to continue its essential functions in response to the
novel coronavirus pandemic, the Subcommittee sent letters to DHS
on April 16, 2020 and June 1, 2020 requesting copies of continuity
of operations plans and other related information for the Depart-
ment and its components. To date, DHS has failed to provide all
of the requested documents.
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DEPARTMENTAL WASTE, FRAUD, ABUSE, AND MISMANAGEMENT
DHS’s mission to secure the nation from many threats requires
it to operate in a dynamic environment, which can increase the risk
of waste, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement of Federal funds. On
January 13, 2019, the Subcommittee requested that the Govern-
ment Accountability Office (GAO) review DHS’s use of non-competi-
tive contracts due to an unusual and compelling urgency, which
has increased over fivefold from $52 million in 2014 to $349 million
in 2018. While use of these types of contracts may be critical to
helping DHS accomplish certain missions related to responding to
natural disasters or immigration needs, the lack of competition pre-
sents risks that the Department may not be getting the best return
on its investment.
In response to a surge of migrants attempting to enter the U.S.
at the southern border in spring 2019, Congress enacted the In re-
sponse to a surge of migrants attempting to enter the U.S. at the
southern border in spring 2019, Congress enacted the Emergency
Supplemental Appropriations for Humanitarian Assistance and Se-
curity at the Southern Border Act, 2019. This bill became law on
July 1, 2019 and provided DHS an additional $1.3 billion to ad-
dress the humanitarian crisis and provide migrant care at the
southwest border. On July 24, 2019, the Subcommittee held a
Member Briefing with officials from DHS, U.S. Customs and Bor-
der Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and
the Federal Emergency Management Agency to discuss how the
Department would use the additional funding in the most effective
and efficient manner possible to care for migrants in its custody.
PRIVACY AND CIVIL LIBERTIES
When DHS implements its wide range of policies and strategies,
it must abide by certain privacy and disclosure laws and rules.
DHS’s Office of Privacy is tasked with enforcing privacy protections
and transparency in all Department activities. The Chief Privacy
Officer also serves as the Department’s Chief Freedom of Informa-
tion Act (FOIA) Officer, providing guidance on FOIA policy
throughout the Department. On October 17, 2019, the Sub-
committee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘The Public’s Right to Know:
FOIA at the Department of Homeland Security.’’ The Subcommittee
examined the FOIA backlog at the Department. Members also
heard about some of the specific challenges facing DHS when proc-
essing these requests, like decentralized processes leading to dupli-
cative and inefficient reviews.
IMMIGRATION DETENTION FACILITY OVERSIGHT
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is responsible
for the detention of more than 50,000 migrants. When ICE con-
tracts for facilities to house its detainees, it stipulates the condi-
tions under which the detainees must be held. During a September
26, 2019 hearing entitled, ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Is
DHS Doing Enough?’’ Subcommittee Members heard testimony
about the tools available to DHS to ensure that those conditions
are met. The hearing included questions by Members regarding
whether ICE inspection processes are ineffective and whether ICE’s
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contract inspector, The Nakamoto Group, is adequately staffed to
complete the work. Following the hearing, the Subcommittee sub-
mitted a letter to ICE encouraging it to update its Statement of
Work for its inspection contract.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
‘‘CBP Workforce Challenges: Exploring Solutions to Address Re-
cruitment and Retention.’’ March 7, 2019. (Serial No. 116–5)
‘‘Ensuring Effective and Efficient Operations: A Review of the Fiscal
Year 2020 DHS Management Directorate Budget Request.’’
April 3, 2019. (Serial No. 116–10)
‘‘FEMA Contracting: Reviewing Lessons Learned from Past Disas-
ters to Improve Preparedness.’’ Joint with the Subcommittee on
Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery. May 9,
2019. (Serial No. 116–18)
‘‘Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers: Preparing America’s
Law Enforcement to Protect the Homeland.’’ May 16, 2019. (Se-
rial No. 116–20)
‘‘Federal Protective Service: Ensuring the Mission Is Not Lost in
Transition.’’ June 11, 2019. (Serial No. 116–25)
‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Is DHS Doing Enough?’’
September 26, 2019. (Serial No. 116–39)
‘‘The Public’s Right to Know: FOIA at the Department of Homeland
Security.’’ October 17, 2019. (Serial No. 116–43)
‘‘Promoting Safe and Efficient Travel and Trade at America’s Land
Ports of Entry.’’ December 2, 2019. (Serial No. 116–52)
‘‘Seventeen Years Later: Why is Morale at DHS Still Low.’’ January
14, 2020. (Serial No. 116–56)
‘‘Building a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce to Meet the Homeland
Security Mission.’’ February 27, 2020. (Serial No. 116–63)
‘‘Business as Usual? Assessing How DHS Can Resume Operations
Safely.’’ June 16, 2020. (Serial No. 116–70)
‘‘Reviewing Federal and State Pandemic Supply Preparedness and
Response.’’ Joint with the Subcommittee on Emergency Pre-
paredness, Response, and Recovery. July 14, 2020. (Serial No.
116–76)
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OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE
ON TRANSPORTATION AND MARITIME SECURITY
J. LUIS CORREA, California, Chairman
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
DINA TITUS, Nevada JOHN KATKO, New York
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
During the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee on held 9 hear-
ings, receiving testimony from 30 witnesses.
Throughout the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee on Transpor-
tation and Maritime Security conducted oversight of the Transpor-
tation Security Administration (TSA) and the U.S. Coast Guard
(USCG). Created in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 ter-
rorist attacks, TSA is responsible for securing all modes of trans-
portation. The USCG is a branch of the Armed Forces housed with-
in the Department of Homeland Security during peacetime, with
multiple statutorily directed homeland security missions including
ports, waterways, and coastal security; drug and migrant interdic-
tion; defense readiness; and other law enforcement. Both agencies
face increasingly complex security threats as well as significant
challenges with large workforces and limited resources.
THREATS TO THE TRANSPORTATION AND MARITIME SECTORS
The transportation and maritime sectors are critical to the
United States economy and the daily lives of the American people.
International terrorist groups continue to target transportation,
with a primary goal of taking a plane out of the sky over U.S. soil.
Additionally, airports and surface transportation systems face
threats from active shooters given their open infrastructure. In
order to understand threats facing the transportation and maritime
sectors, on March 14, 2019, the Subcommittee held a classified
briefing with representatives from the TSA and the USCG. Agency
representatives provided Members an overview of pertinent groups
and threat streams, which informed Members’ interests and activi-
ties throughout the remainder of the Congress.
TSA AND USCG BUDGET REQUESTS
To review the President’s budget request for the TSA for Fiscal
Year 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing on April 9, 2019, enti-
tled, ‘‘Securing America’s Transportation and Maritime Systems: A
Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Requests for the Transpor-
(157)
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tation Security Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard.’’ The
Subcommittee received testimony from the Honorable David
Pekoske, Administrator, TSA, and Admiral Karl Schultz, Com-
mandant, USCG. Nearly a year later, to review the President’s
budget request for the TSA for Fiscal Year 2021, on March 11,
2020, the Subcommittee held a follow-up hearing entitled, ‘‘Secur-
ing America’s Transportation and Maritime Systems: A Review of
the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Requests for the Transportation Secu-
rity Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard.’’ The Subcommittee
again received testimony from the Honorable David Pekoske, Ad-
ministrator, TSA, and Admiral Karl Schultz, Commandant, USCG.
At each of these hearings, Members expressed concerns with the
Administration’s budget requests for the TSA and the USCG. Both
budget requests called for cuts to critical TSA programs such as the
Visible Intermodal Prevention and Response Program, the Law En-
forcement Officer Reimbursement Program, and the Federal Flight
Deck Officer Program which support Federal, State, and local law
enforcement agencies’ efforts to secure critical transportation sys-
tems. Members also questioned the Administration’s decision to cut
health care benefits for part-time TSA employees who were begin-
ning to face increased health risks due to the spread of COVID–
19. Members also expressed praise towards increases in budgetary
resources for new Coast Guard cutter assets and cybersecurity ef-
forts.
TSA MODERNIZATION ACT IMPLEMENTATION
In October 2018, Congress passed the TSA Modernization Act, a
significant bill with extensive provisions intended to reauthorize
and reform TSA and drive improvements to transportation secu-
rity. Throughout the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee conducted
oversight of the TSA’s efforts to implement provisions of the Act.
On October 29, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
‘‘One Year Later: Implementation of the TSA Modernization Act.’’
The Subcommittee heard testimony from Ms. Patricia Cogswell,
Acting Deputy Administrator, TSA, U.S. Department of Homeland
Security; and Mr. William Russell, Director, Homeland Security
and Justice, Government Accountability Office on a number of ac-
tions TSA had taken to enhance transportation security as a result
of the TSA Modernization Act, such as improvements to air cargo
security, security technology, acquisition processes, and personnel
management reforms. Members questioned the witnesses regarding
ongoing challenges on these topics and the need for further re-
forms.
TSA WORKFORCE
TSA struggles with low morale and high attrition among its
workforce. Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) are among the
lowest-paid Federal workers, and they lack basic civil service pro-
tections afforded to most other Federal employees. The 116th Con-
gress began amid an extended lapse of appropriations that left
TSOs and other TSA employees working without pay, and it con-
cluded amid an extended public health crisis that has put TSA’s
workforce in harm’s way without hazard pay or other necessary
protections.
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On January 7, 2019, Chairman Thompson wrote TSA Adminis-
trator David Pekoske regarding the effects of the government shut-
down on the TSA workforce as well as TSA’s efforts to ensure staff-
ing shortages would not impact transportation security. On May 2,
2019, Chairman Thompson, Rep. J. Luis Correa, and Committee
Democrats wrote Administrator Pekoske regarding his refusal to
commit to continuing to allow union activities among the TSA
workforce, urging him to immediately commit to continued collec-
tive bargaining at TSA. Administrator Pekoske subsequently
agreed to work towards a new collective bargaining agreement.
To discuss the challenges faced by the TSA workforce and the
agency’s efforts to address them, on May 21, 2019, the Sub-
committee held a hearing titled, ‘‘The TSA Workforce Crisis: A
Homeland Security Risk.’’ Members heard testimony from Mr. John
V. Kelly, Acting Inspector General, DHS; Mr. J. David Cox, Na-
tional President, American Federation of Government Employees,
AFL–CIO; Mr. Lance Lyttle, Managing Director, Aviation Division,
Port of Seattle; and Mr. Jeffrey Neal, Senior Vice President, ICF.
The Subcommittee examined the causes of low morale and high at-
trition among the TSA workforce as well as their impacts on trans-
portation security. Members questioned the witnesses regarding
proposed solutions to TSA’s workforce challenges, including pro-
posals to transition TSA’s workforce from the current personnel
management system developed and maintained by TSA to the sys-
tem used by most other Federal agencies under Title 5 of the U.S.
Code.
On September 30, 2020, Chairman Thompson and Subcommittee
Chairman Correa wrote TSA Administrator David Pekoske regard-
ing the ratification process for a new collective bargaining agree-
ment, urging him to suspend ratification activities until worker
safety could be ensured amid the COVID–19 pandemic. Adminis-
trator Pekoske subsequently worked with the Chairmen to imple-
ment additional safety measures to proceed with the ratification
vote.
AVIATION SECURITY
Terrorist groups and lone actors continue to target the aviation
system, posing complex and evolving threats to TSA’s security mis-
sion. TSA works to counter such threats through training and de-
ployment of personnel, developing and procuring advanced screen-
ing technologies, and coordinating with airport authorities, air car-
riers, foreign governments and international partners, and other
aviation industry stakeholders. During the 116th Congress, the
Subcommittee conducted stringent oversight of TSA’s efforts on a
variety of topics related to aviation security.
On April 4, 2019, the Subcommittee hosted a Member briefing
with representatives from the TSA regarding the agency’s initia-
tives to assist the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in creating an air mar-
shal program. Members examined the appropriateness of TSA’s
international training efforts and agreements allowing foreign
agents to fly armed on flights inbound to the United States.
On May 10, 2019, the Subcommittee conducted a site visit to the
TSA Systems Integration Facility (TSIF) at the Ronald Reagan
Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia. Members ex-
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amined TSA’s technology testing protocols and viewed demonstra-
tions of technologies installed at the facility.
On June 5, 2019, the Subcommittee held a classified Member
briefing on the security of international airports serving as last
points of departure to the United States. TSA works with foreign
governments, airport authorities, and air carriers to ensure the se-
curity of international inbound flights to the United States, includ-
ing through the issuance of emergency amendments and security
directives to air carriers that carry the full force of regulatory
rulemakings. TSA briefed Members on its efforts to enhance secu-
rity in locations where foreign governments struggle to meet inter-
national security standards.
On November 13, 2019, the Subcommittee held a Member brief-
ing with aviation industry stakeholders to discuss the state of avia-
tion security ahead of expected record-breaking travel volumes dur-
ing the holiday season. Members were briefed by representatives of
the American Federation of Government Employees, AFL–CIO; the
American Association of Airport Executives; Airports Council Inter-
national-North America; Airlines for America; and the U.S. Travel
Association. Members examined concerns regarding TSA’s staffing
levels, coordination and information sharing, and DHS’s plans to
require air passengers to REAL ID-compliant identification to enter
TSA security checkpoints.
COVID–19 RESPONSE
Since the onset of the coronavirus, Subcommittee Members have
worked to examine TSA’s response to the pandemic. On April 1,
2020, Subcommittee Chairman Correa and Subcommittee Demo-
crats wrote TSA Administrator David Pekoske regarding changes
TSA had made to reduce the government’s cost share of health care
insurance premiums for part-time employees. Administrator
Pekoske subsequently restored the government’s contributions to
their previous levels.
On June 18, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing titled,
‘‘Climbing Again: Stakeholder Views on Resuming Air Travel in the
COVID–19 Era.’’ The Subcommittee heard testimony from Mr.
Kevin M. Burke, President and Chief Executive Officer, Airports
Council International-North America; Ms. Sara Nelson, Inter-
national President, Association of Flight Attendants-Communica-
tion Workers of America; Ms. Neema Singh Guliani, Senior Legisla-
tive Counsel, American Civil Liberties Union; and Ms. Victoria
Emerson Barnes, Executive Vice President for Public Affairs and
Policy, U.S. Travel Association. The Subcommittee examined chal-
lenges facing the aviation industry in general and aviation security
in particular during the COVID–19 pandemic.
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY
Surface transportation systems, including mass transit, pas-
senger and freight rail, buses and highways, and pipelines, are vul-
nerable to attacks due to their open and accessible nature. TSA
works to secure these systems through close collaboration and co-
operation with State, local, and private sector partners. TSA dedi-
cates only a small fraction of its resources to securing surface
transportation security, however, and the agency has struggled to
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finalize rulemakings that were due by law more than a decade ago.
The Subcommittee continues to push TSA to ensure surface trans-
portation systems are secure from ongoing and emerging threats,
including active shooter and cyber threats.
On February 26, 2019, the Subcommittee held a joint hearing
with the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection,
and Innovation entitled, ‘‘Securing U.S. Surface Transportation
from Cyber Attacks.’’ Members heard testimony from Ms. Sonya
Proctor, Director for the Surface Division, Office of Security Policy
and Industry Engagement, TSA; Mr. Bob Kolasky, Director of Na-
tional Risk Management Center, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure
Security Agency (CISA); Mr. James Lewis, Senior Vice President
and Director, Technology Policy Program, Center for Strategic &
International Studies; Ms. Rebecca Gagliostro, Director of Security,
Reliability and Resilience, Interstate Natural Gas Association of
America; Mr. Erik Robert Olson, Vice President, Rail Security Alli-
ance; and Mr. John Hultquist, Director of Intelligence Analysis,
FireEye. Members questioned TSA and CISA officials as well as
stakeholders about the state of cybersecurity within the Nation’s
surface transportation systems including mass transit, freight and
passenger rail, highways, and pipelines.
MARITIME SECURITY IN THE ARCTIC
The USCG works to secure the maritime sector at ports, water-
ways, and coasts through a range of activities, including by inter-
dicting illegal drugs and migrants and protecting the sovereignty
of U.S. territorial waters. In the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee
identified U.S. maritime security interests in the Arctic as a topic
posing exceptional and concerning challenges to the USCG. Melting
ice coverage has led to increased commercial and military activity
in the region, and the USCG’s inadequate and aging fleet of ice-
breakers has left the service without the necessary capabilities to
respond to emerging threats. The strategic importance of the Arctic
continues to increase as the United States and other countries, in-
cluding China and Russia, recognize the military significance of the
region and explore possibilities for power projection from the Arc-
tic.
The Subcommittee held two classified briefings and two hearings
to examine homeland security priorities in the Arctic region, in-
cluding the USCG’s role and strategy in the region. On July 12,
2019, and again on February 5, 2020, the Subcommittee received
a classified briefing from the USCG on securing the interests of the
United States in the Arctic. On September 19, 2019, the Sub-
committee held a hearing entitled, ‘‘The Northern Northern Border:
Homeland Security Priorities in the Arctic, Part I.’’ The Sub-
committee received testimony from Dr. Michael Sfraga, Director, of
Global Risk and Resilience Program and Director of Polar Institute
at the Wilson Center; Dr. Abbie Tingstad, Senior Physical Scientist
at Rand Corporation; Dr. Victoria Herrmann, President and Man-
aging Director of The Arctic Institute; and Mr. Luke Coffey, Direc-
tor of the Douglas and Sarah Allison Center for Foreign Policy,
Heritage Foundation.
On February 5, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled,
‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Security Priorities in
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the Arctic, Part II.’’ The Subcommittee received testimony from Ad-
miral Charles Ray, Vice Commandant, USCG; Mr. Michael Mur-
phy, Deputy Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Af-
fairs, Department of State; and Ms. Marie Mak, Director for Con-
tracting and National Security Acquisitions, Government Account-
ability Office. These hearings provided opportunities for Sub-
committee Members to question policy experts about the Federal
government’s Arctic Strategy and how the United States should be
situated in an area that is changing rapidly.
ALLEGATIONS OF HARASSMENT, BULLYING, AND RETALIATION AT THE
USCG
In the 116th Congress, the Committee on Homeland Security,
through its Subcommittees on Transportation and Maritime Secu-
rity and on Oversight, Management, and Accountability and in col-
laboration with the Committee on Oversight and Reform, continued
an investigation that began in the 115th Congress into allegations
of harassment, bullying, and retaliation at the USCG. The inves-
tigation began in response to a Coast Guard Academy faculty mem-
ber’s allegations of harassment and bullying due to her race, gen-
der, and sexual orientation, and retaliation due to her allegations.
The Committees examined the processes by which the USCG inves-
tigated—or in many ways, failed to investigate—this whistle-
blower’s allegations, using her experiences as a case study of the
service’s policies and processes. The Committees also examined ad-
ditional allegations of harassment and bullying contributing to cul-
tural problems at the Coast Guard Academy. The Committees re-
quested and reviewed thousands of pages of documents and con-
ducted several briefings and transcribed interviews of officials in-
volved in the USCG’s response to the allegations.
On December 11, 2019, the Committees released a joint Majority
staff report titled Righting the Ship: The Coast Guard Must Im-
prove its Processes for Addressing Harassment, Bullying, and Retal-
iation. The report outlined deficiencies in USCG investigative poli-
cies and processes and made several recommendations for improve-
ments.
Also on December 11, 2019, the Subcommittee on Transportation
and Maritime Security, jointly with the Committee on Oversight
and Government Reform’s Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil
Liberties, held a hearing titled, ‘‘Righting the Ship: The Coast
Guard Must Improve its Processes for Addressing Harassment,
Bullying, and Retaliation.’’ The Subcommittees invited Admiral
Karl Schultz, Commandant, USCG, to testify, but he declined. The
Subcommittees heard testimony from Vice Admiral Michael
McAllister, Deputy Commandant for Mission Support, USCG; Mr.
Jackson Eaton, Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Special Re-
views and Evaluations, Office of Inspector General, DHS; and the
whistleblower who made the initial allegations, Lieutenant Com-
mander Kimberly Young-McLear, Permanent Commissioned Teach-
ing Staff, U.S. Coast Guard Academy. The hearing examined the
findings of the Committees’ investigation. Following the release of
the staff report and the hearing, the USCG accepted and imple-
mented all of the recommendations put forth in the staff report.
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The Committees continue to examine additional allegations of har-
assment, bullying, and retaliation within the USCG.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
‘‘Securing U.S. Surface Transportation from Cyber Attacks.’’ Feb-
ruary 26, 2019. (Serial No. 116–2)
‘‘Securing America’s Transportation and Maritime Systems: A Re-
view of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Requests for the Transpor-
tation Security Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard.’’
April 9, 2019. (Serial No. 116–11)
‘‘The TSA Workforce Crisis: A Homeland Security Risk.’’ May 21,
2019. (Serial No. 116–21)
‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Security Priorities in
the Artic, Part I.’’ September 19, 2019. (Serial No. 116–37)
‘‘One Year Later: Implementation of the TSA Modernization Act.’’
October 29, 2019. (Serial No. 116–46)
‘‘Righting the Ship: The Coast Guard Must Improve its Processes for
Addressing Harassment, Bullying, and Retaliation.’’ Joint with
Committee on Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on Civil
Rights and Civil Liberties. December 11, 2019. (Serial No. 116–
53)
‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Security Priorities in
the Arctic, Part II.’’ February 5, 2020. (Serial No. 116–59)
‘‘Securing America’s Transportation and Maritime Systems: A Re-
view of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Requests for the Transpor-
tation Security Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard.’’
March 11, 2020. (Serial No. 116–67)
‘‘Climbing Again: Stakeholder Views on Resuming Air Travel in the
COVID–19 Era.’’ June 18, 2020. (Serial No. 116–71)
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OVERSIGHT PLAN OF COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND
SECURITY FOR THE 116TH CONGRESS
Clause 2(d), Rule X of the Rules of the House of Representatives
for the 116th Congress requires each standing Committee to adopt
an oversight plan for the two-year period of the Congress and to
submit the plan to the Committees on Oversight and Reform and
House Administration not later than March 1 of the first session
of the Congress. Rule XI, clause 1(d)(1) requires each Committee to
submit to the House of Representatives not later than January 2
of each odd-numbered year a report on the activities of that during
the Congress. Clause 1(d)(2) of Rule XI also requires that such re-
port include a summary of the action taken and recommendations
made with respect to each such plan, a summary of any additional
oversight activities undertaken by the Committee, and any rec-
ommendations made or actions taken thereon.
Part A of this section contains the Committee on Homeland Secu-
rity Oversight Plan for the 116th Congress. Part B of this section
contains a summary of the actions taken by the Committee on
Homeland Security to implement the Oversight Plan for the 116th
Congress and the recommendations made with respect to this plan.
Part B also contains a summary of the additional oversight activi-
ties undertaken by the Committee and the recommendations made
or actions taken thereon.
PART A—COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
OVERSIGHT PLAN
OVERSIGHT PLAN OF THE COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND
SECURITY
116TH CONGRESS
Pursuant to Rule X, Clause 2(d) of the Rules of the House of Rep-
resentatives for the 116th Congress, each standing Committee of
the House of Representatives is required to submit an oversight
plan to the Committee on Oversight and Reform and the Com-
mittee on House Administration by March 1 of the first session of
the Congress. This is the oversight plan of the Committee on
Homeland Security for the 116th Congress. The oversight plan in-
cludes the areas in which the Committee expects to conduct over-
sight this Congress but does not preclude oversight or investigation
of additional matters.
OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT, AND ACCOUNTABILITY
During the 116th Congress, the Committee will conduct over-
sight of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) activities re-
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lating to human capital recruitment and retention, acquisitions,
systems modernizations and other departmental functions essential
to the Department effectively and efficiently fulfilling its critical
missions. The Committee will also examine the Department’s ongo-
ing efforts to consolidate its headquarters at St. Elizabeths. Addi-
tionally, the Committee plans to conduct oversight of the Depart-
ment’s capstone strategy document, the Quadrennial Homeland Se-
curity Review (QHSR), which was required by law to be published
in December 2017 but has not yet been released. Finally, the Com-
mittee will investigate homeland security programs and practices,
as warranted.
HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
The Committee will monitor the Department’s efforts to plan and
implement strategic human capital management programs that ad-
dress current and emerging human capital challenges, including
persistent low morale among the Department’s workforce and ongo-
ing problems with retention and hiring at U.S. Customs and Bor-
der Protection as well as other components within the department.
Additionally, the Committee will examine the authorities and ac-
tivities of the Chief Human Capital Officer (CHCO) and the coordi-
nation of policy between and among the Department’s CHCOs.
ACQUISITION, PROCUREMENT, AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
The Committee will review the Department’s major acquisition
programs and procurement and contracting practices to promote ef-
ficiency and effectiveness and prevent waste, fraud, and abuse. The
Committee will also examine the Department’s oversight of acquisi-
tions and procurement, including components’ compliance with pol-
icy and guidance. Further, the Committee will review the activities
and authorities of the Under Secretary for Management and the
Chief Procurement Officer to ensure the effective management of
these key functions.
SYSTEMS MODERNIZATION AND INTEGRATION
The Committee will examine the Department’s efforts to mod-
ernize and integrate its systems, including information technology
and financial management systems. The Committee will monitor
the development, implementation, and integration of new systems
across components as well as management of the Department-wide
portfolio of systems. Additionally, the Committee will review the
authorities and activities of the Chief Information Officer (CIO)
and the coordination of information technology policy among the
Department’s CIOs.
POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND COORDINATION
The Committee will monitor the efforts of the Department’s Of-
fice of Strategy, Policy, and Plans to ensure coordination and inte-
gration of policy among components. The Committee will review
the Department’s efforts to establish clearer roles and responsibil-
ities for the Office of Strategy, Policy, and Plans to enhance its
ability to promote consistency and strengthen Departmental unity
of effort. Additionally, the Committee will examine the Depart-
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ment’s efforts to take a longer-term, strategic view of threats and
hazards to the homeland, including through the publication of the
QHSR.
DEPARTMENTAL WASTE, FRAUD, ABUSE, AND MISMANAGEMENT
Pursuant to Rule X, clause 2(n)(1) of the Rules of the House of
Representatives, the Committee will work to identify waste, fraud,
abuse, or mismanagement in the Department’s programs that may
undermine its vital missions.
PRIVACY AND CIVIL LIBERTIES
The Committee will continue to monitor the Department’s efforts
under Section 222 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (Pub. L.
107–296), which created a Privacy Officer for the Department of
Homeland Security, and Section 705 of the Act which established
an Officer for Civil Rights and Liberties.
BORDER SECURITY, FACILITATION, AND OPERATIONS
In the 116th Congress, the Committee will examine how the De-
partment can continue to enhance the security of America’s borders
by preventing the entry of terrorists and their weapons, stemming
the flow of illegal drugs, and addressing unauthorized entries while
also facilitating legitimate trade and travel to this country. Addi-
tionally, the Committee will review the Department’s handling in-
creasing numbers of families and children at the border, particu-
larly the separation of children from their parents, conditions in
holding facilities for children and other vulnerable populations, and
the deaths of children in the Department’s custody.
BORDER SECURITY INFRASTRUCTURE, TECHNOLOGY, AND PERSONNEL
The Committee will examine the Administration’s efforts to de-
ploy additional barriers along the southern border, including the
President’s national emergency declaration, the Department’s Bor-
der Security Improvement Plan, metrics to assess effectiveness,
costs to the taxpayers, the use of eminent domain to acquire pri-
vate property, impacts on affected communities. The Committee
will also examine the use of border security technology to enhance
situational awareness. Furthermore, the Committee will review the
infrastructure, technology and personnel needs at ports of entry,
which currently limit the Department’s ability to detect illegal nar-
cotics and contraband entering the country and may slow the proc-
essing of individuals and goods.
BORDER SCREENING PROGRAMS
The Committee intends to review efforts to assist border and con-
sular officials in identifying, intercepting, and disrupting terrorists
attempting to enter the United States. The Committee will exam-
ine the continued integration, security, and reliability of criminal,
immigration, and terrorist databases used to screen persons seek-
ing to enter this country, as well as operations at the Department’s
National Vetting Center. The Committee will also monitor the De-
partment’s progress toward completing a biometric entry and exit
system at ports of entry.
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TRANSPORTATION AND MARITIME SECURITY
During the 116th Congress, the Committee plans to examine the
Department’s efforts to develop and implement strategies to ad-
dress terrorist threats in varied transportation environments, in-
cluding both air and surface transportation. The Committee will re-
view the effectiveness of the Transportation Security Administra-
tion’s (TSA) passenger, baggage, and cargo screening programs and
operations. The Committee will also examine the challenges facing
the TSA workforce, including limited protections for TSA agents
and persistent low morale. Additionally, the Committee will exam-
ine the use of transportation security grants to better secure Amer-
ica’s transportation system.
AVIATION SECURITY
The Committee intends to review TSA’s progress in developing
and deploying passenger and baggage screening technologies, in-
cluding the accuracy and cost-effectiveness of such technologies.
The Committee will examine TSA’s use of explosives detection ca-
nines to ensure that canine teams are utilized effectively. The Com-
mittee will also look at management of the agency’s Screening
Partnership Program. Additionally, the Committee also will review
TSA’s passenger search policies and practices, passenger pre-
screening programs including the use of no-fly and selectee lists,
and protocols for ensuring that passengers designated high-risk are
receiving enhanced screening at the checkpoint. The Committee
will assess whether there are additional ways for TSA to enhance
security and improve risk-based strategies throughout the aviation
system.
As part of this oversight, the Committee plans to examine TSA’s
staffing needs and related matters affecting the TSA workforce,
such as continued low morale and high attrition among transpor-
tation security officers. The Committee will also examine privacy
and civil rights protections for the traveling public. Additionally,
the Committee will examine the threats to aviation and other tar-
gets posed by unmanned aircraft or ‘‘drones.’’
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY
The Committee will review TSA’s efforts to secure surface transit
systems, including the highest-risk mass transit and rail systems.
The Committee’s oversight will include a review of the Transit Se-
curity Grant Program to determine if it is supporting surface trans-
portation security adequately. The Committee will also review the
extent to which TSA effectively coordinates with its Federal, State,
local, and private sector partners to secure our Nation’s transpor-
tation systems. Additionally, the Committee will also assess the ef-
fectiveness of TSA’s efforts to secure the Nation’s pipeline systems
through TSA’s oversight and inspection activities.
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
The Committee will help ensure that TSA works appropriately
with transportation sector stakeholders and labor through the
Aviation Security Advisory Committee, the Surface Transportation
Security Advisory Committee, collective bargaining, or other
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means. The Committee will also encourage TSA to find new ways
to leverage private sector expertise, innovation, and technologies,
including from small businesses, in its mission to secure the Na-
tion’s critical transportation systems in the most effective and effi-
cient manner possible.
MARITIME SECURITY
The Committee will examine various aspects of maritime secu-
rity, including the security of port facilities and the screening of
vessels, passengers, cargo, and crew, for potential terrorists, ter-
rorist weapons, and contraband. The Committee plans to review
the Coast Guard’s statutorily defined homeland security missions,
to include ports, waterways, and coastal security; drug interdiction;
migrant interdiction; law enforcement; and defense readiness. The
Committee will also review resource and asset needs within the
Coast Guard to determine whether the service is operationally
ready to address the varied threats to America’s ports and water-
ways while pursuing a long-term sustainable path of fleet recapi-
talization. Additionally, the Committee will analyze and conduct
oversight on the statutorily required security assessment of the
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program.
INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTERTERRORISM
During the 116th Congress, the Committee will examine the ca-
pabilities and efforts of the Department, along with its Federal,
state, and local partners, to identify, prevent, deter, and respond
to threats to the homeland. The Committee will examine worldwide
threats to the homeland from foreign terrorist groups, including the
Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), al Qaeda, and other groups
that seek to carry out attacks against the U.S. and its interests.
The Committee will also examine the threats from homegrown vio-
lent extremists and terrorist networks in this country. Additionally,
the Committee will review the growing threats to the U.S. from do-
mestic terrorism movements.
HOMELAND SECURITY INTELLIGENCE ENTERPRISE
The Committee will conduct oversight of the Department’s Intel-
ligence Enterprise, including intelligence activities throughout the
Department and component agencies. This will include a focus on
the coordination and collaboration across intelligence offices and
personnel within the Headquarters and component agencies. Addi-
tionally, the Committee will review efforts to build the intelligence,
analytical, and assessment capabilities of the Department and to
ensure its full participation in the Intelligence Community as part
of its homeland security mission. The Committee will also examine
the Department’s role in managing, distributing, and using ter-
rorist intelligence and threat information in furtherance of its
homeland security mission. Furthermore, the Committee will mon-
itor the extent to which DHS effectively coordinates and collabo-
rates with other Federal, State, and local agencies to mitigate
threats to the homeland. The Committee will also review how DHS
agencies collect and share information, including through vital se-
curity vetting programs.
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The Committee will continue to assess the development of DHS
counterintelligence and insider threat programs, including Depart-
mental organizational changes, resources, monitoring programs,
and training initiatives. DHS’s counterintelligence efforts are in-
tended to prevent adversaries from penetrating the Department to
exploit sensitive information, operations, programs, personnel, and
resources.
INFORMATION SHARING
The Homeland Security Act of 2002 mandated routine sharing of
homeland security-related information between and among Fed-
eral, State and local officials to assess the nature and scope of ter-
rorist threats to the United States and to evaluate and act on that
information. The Committee will examine information sharing
among Federal, State and local governments, law enforcement enti-
ties, first responders, and emergency management personnel. The
Committee will also examine the Department’s initiatives to coordi-
nate information sharing to and from state and local fusion centers
throughout the country and will continue to evaluate the National
Network of Fusion Centers to determine their impact on securing
the homeland. The Committee will review coordination and infor-
mation sharing procedures between state and local fusion centers
and Joint Terrorism Task Forces as well. Additionally, the Com-
mittee will review U.S. counterterrorism cooperation with foreign
partners, with the goal of improving the effectiveness of inter-
national information sharing, training and best practices, and co-
ordination.
PRIVACY AND CIVIL LIBERTIES
During the 116th Congress, the Committee will monitor the De-
partment’s efforts to ensure appropriate privacy and civil liberties
protections in its intelligence and information sharing programs
and activities.
UNITED STATES SECRET SERVICE
The Committee will examine the homeland security operations of
the United States Secret Service, including protecting the Presi-
dent of the United States and other Executive branch officials and
investigating financial and cybercrime, and review the agency’s
staffing model to determine whether it has adequate resources to
meet its current and projected needs. The Committee will also ex-
amine the Secret Service’s lead role in planning and executing se-
curity operations for National Special Security Events. Addition-
ally, the Committee will conduct oversight into whether the agency
is taking steps to address persistent concerns about hiring prac-
tices, promotion policies, and morale.
CYBERSECURITY, INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION, AND
INNOVATION
During the 116th Congress, the Committee will conduct over-
sight of the cybersecurity, infrastructure protection, and science
and technology activities of the Department.
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CYBERSECURITY
The Committee will examine implementation of H.R. 3359, the
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act, which
operationalized the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security
Agency (CISA). The Committee will also conduct oversight of activi-
ties related to Executive Order 13800, Strengthening the Cybersecu-
rity of Federal Networks and Critical Infrastructure, Presidential
Policy Directive 41 (PPD–41), United States Cyber Incident Coordi-
nation, and implementation of the National Cyber Strategy. Toward
that end, the Committee will continue to its oversight of CISA’s
EINSTEIN and Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) pro-
grams for securing Federal networks, as well as strategic initia-
tives carried out by the new National Risk Management Center to
identify interdependencies and mitigate vulnerabilities across crit-
ical infrastructure sectors. The Committee will also examine ways
to further build the Department’s cybersecurity capability and ca-
pacity to implement its cyber statutory authorities.
Additionally, the Committee will continue its work examining the
implementation of cybersecurity legislation, including the National
Cybersecurity Protection Act of 2014, (Pub. L. 113–282) (author-
izing the National Cybersecurity Communications and Integration
Center, or NCCIC); the Federal Information Security Moderniza-
tion Act of 2014, (Pub. L. 113–283 (authorizing DHS to carry out
Federal information security activities); the Cybersecurity En-
hancement Act of 2014, (Pub. L. 113–274) (providing for improve-
ments to cybersecurity through public-private partnerships, edu-
cation, awareness, and development of standards and best prac-
tices); and the Cybersecurity Workforce Assessment Act, (Pub. L.
113–246) (calling for a comprehensive cyber workforce strategy
with workforce assessments every three years). The Committee will
also examine CISA’s election security activities.
INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION
The Committee will examine CISA’s programs to protect critical
infrastructure, with key focus on internal coordination mechanisms
to ensure that expertise can be leveraged efficiently and effectively
and encourage CISA to proactively respond to new and emerging
threats, such as the threat of unmanned aerial vehicles detected in
sensitive airspace. The Committee will also review how DHS,
through CISA, works with the various critical infrastructure sec-
tors pursuant to Presidential Policy Directive 21, Critical Infra-
structure Security and Resilience (PPD–21). During the 116th Con-
gress the Committee will examine and work to reauthorize the
Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standard (CFATS) program,
which requires high risk chemical facility owners and operators to
report chemical holdings, perform vulnerability assessments, and
adopt risk-based security measures to protect against the threat of
a terrorist attack. Further, the Committee will continue to monitor
the Department’s efforts to establish a program to secure the sale
and transfer of ammonium nitrate, as required by the Secure Han-
dling of Ammonium Nitrate Act of 2008, and potentially develop
new access controls to prevent the illicit flow of other precursor
chemicals commonly used in Improved Explosive Devices (IEDs).
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FEDERAL PROTECTIVE SERVICE
The Committee will continue to monitor the security of Federal
buildings and facilities, including the role and effectiveness of the
Federal Protective Service (FPS) and will review the Secretary’s
recommendation regarding the appropriate placement for FPS pur-
suant to H.R. 3359. The Committee will also continue to examine
the general management of FPS, including its personnel policies,
training program, and oversight and management of Federal facil-
ity contract guard personnel.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DIRECTORATE
The Committee will conduct oversight of the coordination of
homeland security-related research, development, testing, and eval-
uation (RDT&E) within the Department and the adequacy of mis-
sion support provided by the Directorate to operational elements of
the Department, state and local authorities, and the private sector.
The Committee will also review the Department’s efforts to attract
the Nation’s most talented scientists and build partnerships with
the academic community through its Homeland Security Centers of
Excellence and University Programs.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE, AND RECOVERY
In the 116th Congress, the Committee will continue to conduct
oversight of the Department’s efforts to prevent, prepare for, re-
spond to, and recover from acts of terrorism, natural disasters, and
other major emergencies.
PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE, AND RECOVERY
The Committee will examine the Federal Emergency Manage-
ment Agency’s (FEMA) response and recovery efforts for declared
disasters to ensure capabilities incorporate lessons learned and
Federal resources are used appropriately. Focus will include les-
sons learned from the 2017 disaster season, including Hurricanes
Maria, Irma, and Harvey, ongoing recovery efforts in Puerto Rico
and the U.S. Virgin Islands, addressing the needs of underserved
and vulnerable populations, and the impact of global warming on
disasters. The Committee will also review the Department’s train-
ing and exercise programs, including awareness of these resources
among first responders and state and local governments. Further,
the Committee will monitor the extent to which FEMA is incor-
porating information from national exercises into future training,
planning, and response, recovery, and mitigation activities. Addi-
tionally, the Committee will conduct oversight of the Department’s
Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office efforts to counter
threats from chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear weap-
ons.
ASSISTANCE TO STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS AND FIRST
RESPONDERS
The Committee will examine FEMA’s allocation and administra-
tion of grants to enhance the ability of state and local governments
and emergency response providers to prevent, prepare for, respond
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to, mitigate, and recover from a terrorist attack or other disaster.
The Committee will review the coordination of grant programs
within the Department in developing guidance and administering
grants; the ability of state and local governments to access, obli-
gate, and expend funds; the strength of regional partnerships de-
veloped through grants; and the risk-based distribution and ex-
penditure of such grants at the state and local levels. Additionally,
the Committee will examine the Department’s work with state and
local partners to support school safety and security and prepared-
ness.
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
The Committee will examine the coordination of various commu-
nications programs and offices within the Department, including
the achievement and maintenance of interoperable communications
capabilities among the Department’s components, as required by
the Department of Homeland Security Interoperable Communica-
tions Act (Pub. Law 114—29). The Committee will monitor activi-
ties of the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) and the
development of the public safety interoperable wireless broadband
network. In addition, the Committee will review the Department’s
Integrated Public Alert and Warning System to ensure timely and
effective alerts and warnings are provided to the public in the
event of an emergency.
PART B—IMPLEMENTATION OF THE COMMITTEE ON
HOMELAND SECURITY OVERSIGHT PLAN FOR THE 116TH
CONGRESS
Part B of this section contains a summary of the actions taken
by the Committee on Homeland Security to implement the Over-
sight Plan for the 116th Congress and the recommendations made
with respect to this plan. Part B also contains a summary of the
additional oversight activities undertaken by the Committee, and
the recommendations made or actions taken thereon.
OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT, AND ACCOUNTABILITY
HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
The Committee organized several hearings and briefings to ex-
amine DHS’s human capital challenges. Through these activities,
the Committee conducted oversight of the ongoing difficulties with
recruitment, retention, and hiring of critical positions; persistently
low employee morale; need for greater diversity; and protecting the
DHS workforce during the coronavirus pandemic. The Committee
passed legislation to improve the Department’s ability to hire in
rural and remote areas, enhance employee morale, and increase di-
versity.
ACQUISITION, PROCUREMENT, AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
The Committee reviewed the Department’s major acquisition pro-
grams and procurement and contracting practices to help promote
efficiency and effectiveness. For example, the Committee held hear-
ings on FEMA’s troubled contracting practices to obtain good and
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services to respond to hurricanes and the coronavirus pandemic.
The Committee also examined the Department’s oversight of acqui-
sitions and procurements, including components’ compliance with
policy and guidance. Specifically, the Committee expressed con-
cerns in letters to DHS leadership about programs lacking long-
term strategies, including the border wall and cargo scanning tech-
nologies. Further, the Committee reviewed the activities and au-
thorities of the Under Secretary for Management and the Chief
Procurement Officer and passed legislation to enhance the manage-
ment of these key functions.
SYSTEMS MODERNIZATION AND INTEGRATION
The Committee closely monitored DHS’s efforts to modernize and
integrate its systems, including information technology and finan-
cial management systems. Specifically, the Committee obtained
regular briefings on such systems the Department has historically
struggled to implement, notably Financial Systems Modernization
(FSM) and the Human Resources Information Technology (HRIT)
investment. Further, the Committee closely scrutinized the Depart-
ment’s budget requests for these systems and questioned those re-
quests at budget hearings.
POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND COORDINATION
The Committee intended to examine the Department’s efforts to
take a longer-term, strategic view of threats and hazards to the
homeland, including through the publication of the QHSR required
every four years. After DHS failed to provide Congress with the
2018 QHSR due by December 31, 2017, the Committee lead two bi-
partisan, bicameral letters to DHS leadership emphasizing the im-
portance of the QHSR and expressed disappointment at the signifi-
cant delay. The Committee also organized briefings on the Depart-
ment’s Strategic Framework for Countering Terrorism and Targeted
Violence to monitor’s the Department’s implementation of the goals
in the strategic framework.
DEPARTMENTAL WASTE, FRAUD, ABUSE, AND MISMANAGEMENT
Pursuant to Rule X, clause 2(n)(1) of the Rules of the House of
Representatives, the Committee worked to identify waste, fraud,
abuse, or mismanagement in the Department’s programs that may
undermine its vital missions. The Committee held a Member Brief-
ing with officials across DHS to discuss how the Department would
use the additional $1.3 billion in funding provided through the
Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Humanitarian Assist-
ance and Security at the Southern Border Act, 2019 in the most ef-
fective and efficient manner possible to care for migrants in its cus-
tody. The Committee also requested that GAO review how U.S.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) was spending the supple-
mental funds, which resulted in GAO finding that CBP violated the
law when it didn’t spend the money as Congress intended.
PRIVACY AND CIVIL LIBERTIES
The Committee reviewed the Department’s efforts to consider
privacy and civil right and liberties concerns when developing and
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implementing programs and activities, such as DHS’s biometrics
programs. The Committee passed legislation to assign new respon-
sibilities and functions to the Chief Privacy Officer of the Depart-
ment and to strengthen the Office for Civil Rights and Civil Lib-
erties by enhancing its authority. The Committee also monitored
the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) backlog at the Department
and through a hearing addressed challenges facing DHS when
processing these requests, like decentralized processes leading to
duplicative and inefficient reviews.
BORDER SECURITY, FACILITATION, AND OPERATIONS
In the 116th Congress, the Committee exercised rigorous over-
sight of the Department’s handling of a record number of families
and children in its custody at the U.S.-Mexico border. The Com-
mittee reviewed the Department’s policies that led to the separa-
tion of children from their parents and contributed to overcrowded
conditions in holding facilities that threatened the health and safe-
ty of children and other vulnerable populations as well as Depart-
ment personnel. The Committee also investigated the deaths of
children in the Department’s custody. Additionally, the Committee
reviewed through hearings and reinforced in bipartisan legislation
the Department’s efforts to enhance the security of America’s bor-
ders by preventing the entry of terrorists and stemming the flow
of illegal drugs.
BORDER SECURITY INFRASTRUCTURE, TECHNOLOGY, AND PERSONNEL
The Committee conducted oversight of the Administration’s ef-
forts to deploy additional barriers along the southern border, in-
cluding the President’s national emergency declaration; the Depart-
ment’s Border Security Improvement Plan; costs to the taxpayers;
the use of eminent domain to acquire private property; and impacts
on affected communities. The Committee also examined the De-
partment’s years-long reliance on Department of Defense resources
and personnel to facilitate border barrier construction and to main-
tain operational control and situational awareness along the U.S.-
Mexico border. Furthermore, the Committee examined how U.S.
Customs and Border Protection used significant appropriated funds
to enhance its large-scale Non-Intrusive Inspection capabilities at
ports of entry, which are intended to improve the Department’s
ability to detect illegal narcotics and contraband entering the coun-
try. The Committee also pursued in a bipartisan manner legislation
to enhance the Department’s capabilities and operations to detect
synthetic opioids as well as prevent personnel’s accidental exposure
to these life-threatening chemicals.
BORDER SCREENING PROGRAMS
The Committee examined the continued integration, security,
and reliability of law enforcement and intelligence-based databases
used to screen persons seeking to enter this country, as well as op-
erations at the Department’s National Vetting Center. The Com-
mittee also held hearings on the Department’s progress toward
completing a biometric entry and exit system at ports of entry. Ad-
ditionally, the Committee examined the human rights and legal im-
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plications of the Department’s implementation of the Migrant Pro-
tection Protocols both as part of Member field visits and in hear-
ings. Lastly, the Committee sought information on the decision-
making process and management of the Department’s Trusted
Travel Programs after the Administration excluded residents from
the State of New York.
IMMIGRATION DETENTION
The Committee investigated the policies that govern and con-
tribute to deficiencies in the conditions in immigration detention
facilities managed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement and
its private contractors. The management of these facilities became
of greater concern to the Committee in light the COVID–19 pan-
demic and how quickly outbreaks spread throughout the Depart-
ment’s immigration detention network. The Committee produced a
report that was informed by document requests, hearings, as well
as staff and Member site visits to various facilities across the coun-
try. The report’s findings may be used for future proposed reforms
to the Department’s management of these facilities and other re-
lated programs.
TRANSPORTATION AND MARITIME SECURITY
During the 116th Congress, the Committee conducted oversight
of the Department’s efforts to secure the transportation and mari-
time sectors.
AVIATION SECURITY
The Committee reviewed the activities of the TSA to secure avia-
tion, including its screening of passengers and property. The Com-
mittee held hearings on annual budget requests and assessed their
effectiveness in addressing the TSA’s needs for developing and de-
ploying passenger and baggage screening technologies, as well as
its staffing needs. The Committee also conducted oversight related
to the TSA’s implementation of the TSA Modernization Act, includ-
ing its provisions driving improvements to air cargo security, secu-
rity technology acquisition processes, passenger vetting, and per-
sonnel management. Additionally, the Committee conducted over-
sight of the Department’s counterdrone security activities, and it
assessed the impacts of TSA’s screening policies and processes on
passenger populations to address concerns related to civil rights
and privacy. Finally, the Committee held several hearings and
briefings to address challenges facing the TSA workforce, including
those presented by government shutdowns and the COVID–19 pan-
demic.
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY
The Committee reviewed TSA’s efforts to secure surface transit
systems, including the highest-risk mass transit and rail systems.
The Committee held a hearing on the cybersecurity of surface
transportation systems, including pipeline systems. The Committee
also conducted oversight of TSA’s implementation of provisions of
the TSA Modernization Act related to surface transportation secu-
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rity, including assessments of the security challenges facing State,
local, and private sector stakeholders.
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
The Committee held several hearings and briefings with trans-
portation sector stakeholders to examine TSA’s activities, including
its efforts to address security challenges with partners in a collabo-
rative manner. The Committee examined TSA’s efforts to work
with partners and stakeholders to respond to the COVID–19 pan-
demic, address workforce challenges, plan for enforcement of the
requirements of the REAL ID Act of 2005, and address inequitable
impacts of screening procedures. The Committee also assessed
TSA’s work with private sector companies and civil rights and pri-
vacy groups to develop facial recognition and other biometric
screening technologies.
MARITIME SECURITY
The Committee conducted oversight of the Department’s efforts
to secure the maritime environment, including ensuring the secu-
rity of port facilities and the screening of vessels, passengers,
cargo, and crew. The Committee held hearings on the President’s
annual budget requests and assessed their effectiveness in address-
ing the U.S. Coast Guard’s (USCG) requirements for carrying out
its homeland security missions. The Committee held two hearings
and two classified briefings to review the USCG’s capabilities and
readiness in addressing security threats in the Arctic region, in-
cluding reviewing its plans to acquire increased heavy icebreaking
capabilities.
COAST GUARD HARASSMENT POLICIES
The Committee examined the USCG’s processes for investigating
allegations of harassment, bullying, and retaliation in order to en-
sure the service operates fairly and equitably for service members
and effectively for the security of our Nation.
INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTERTERRORISM
During the 116th Congress, the Committee examined the capa-
bilities and efforts of the Department, along with its Federal, state,
and local partners, to identify, prevent, deter, and respond to
threats to the homeland. The Committee convened several hearings
and received several briefings examining worldwide threats to the
homeland from foreign terrorist groups, including the ISIS, al
Qaeda, and other groups that seek to carry out attacks against the
U.S. and its interests. The Committee also examined threats from
homegrown violent extremists and terrorist networks in this coun-
try. The Committee also held several hearings and briefings re-
viewing the growing threats to the U.S. from domestic terrorist
movements and, in certain instances, their links abroad.
HOMELAND SECURITY INTELLIGENCE ENTERPRISE
The Committee conducted oversight of the Department’s Intel-
ligence Enterprise, including intelligence activities throughout the
Department and component agencies. The Committee also exam-
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ined the Department’s role in managing, distributing, and using
terrorist intelligence and threat information in furtherance of its
homeland security mission. Furthermore, the Committee will mon-
itor the extent to which DHS effectively coordinates and collabo-
rates with other Federal, State, and local agencies to mitigate
threats to the homeland. The Committee will also review how DHS
agencies collect and share information, including through vital se-
curity vetting programs. In particular, the Committee held several
briefings and hearings examining the following: security vetting
programs intended to prevent terrorist travel; the Federal response
to domestic terrorism, including anti-Semitic extremism, militia ex-
tremism, and transnational white supremacist extremism; and the
Federal response to jihadist extremism, including Al Qaeda and
ISIS.
The Committee also continued to assess the development of DHS
counterintelligence and insider threat programs, including Depart-
mental organizational changes, resources, monitoring programs,
and training initiatives. In particular, the Committee received
briefings on DHS counterintelligence and insider threat programs.
INFORMATION SHARING
The Committee examined information sharing among Federal,
State, and local governments, law enforcement entities, first re-
sponders, and emergency management personnel. In particular, the
Committee held several hearings examining information sharing
with regard to human trafficking, opioid trafficking, and local ef-
forts to counter terrorist threats in New York City.
PRIVACY AND CIVIL LIBERTIES
During the 116th Congress, the Committee monitored the De-
partment’s efforts to ensure appropriate privacy and civil liberties
protections in its intelligence and information sharing programs
and activities. The Committee received briefings from the Depart-
ment regarding intelligence and information sharing activities and
programs related to constitutionally protected protest activity in
Washington, D.C., Portland, Oregon, and other cities across the
country in the summer of 2020. Based on the Committee’s over-
sight of allegations of serious misconduct within I&A regarding the
violation of Americans’ civil rights, civil liberties, and constitutional
rights, Mr. Rose and Mr. Thompson introduced H.R. 7984, the
Strengthening Oversight of DHS Intelligence Act, intended to bol-
ster privacy, civil liberties, and civil rights protections with respect
to the activities of DHS’s Intelligence and Analysis (I&A) arm.
UNITED STATES SECRET SERVICE
The Committee examined the homeland security operations of
the United States Secret Service and reviewed the agency’s staffing
model to determine whether it has adequate resources to meet its
current and projected needs. The Committee also examined the Se-
cret Service’s lead role in planning and executing security oper-
ations for National Special Security Events, including the exam-
ining preparations for the 2019 United Nations General Assembly.
Additionally, the Committee conducted oversight into whether the
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agency is taking steps to address persistent concerns about hiring
practices, promotion policies, and morale. In particular, the Com-
mittee examined and opposed the proposed transfer of the Secret
Service to the Department of the Treasury based on concerns re-
garding the potential undermining of homeland security operations.
In addition, the Committee examined the Secret Service’s role in
responding to constitutionally protected protest activity in Wash-
ington, D.C., in the summer of 2020. Finally, the Committee at-
tempted to examine the costs incurred by the Secret Service to pro-
tect President Trump and his family members, but the Department
failed to provide documents requested by the Committee.
EXTREMIST EXPLOITATION OF ONLINE PLATFORMS
The Committee examined extremist content on online platforms.
In particular, the Committee examined the links between the
website 8chan and acts of right-wing extremist violence; the role of
artificial intelligence in conducting moderation of online extremist
content; the efforts of large technology companies, including
Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter, in moderating online extremist
content on their platforms; and the growth and maturation of the
Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism, an organization fo-
cused on combating online extremist content. In addition, Mr.
Thompson introduced H.R. 4782, the National Commission on On-
line Platforms and Homeland Security Act, to address the prolifera-
tion of terrorist content on social media and other online platforms;
and Mr. Rose introduced H.R. 5209, the Raising the Bar Act, to
help hold social media companies accountable and stop the spread
of terrorist content online.
CYBERSECURITY, INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION, AND
INNOVATION
During the 116th Congress, the Committee conducted oversight
of the cybersecurity, infrastructure protection, and science and
technology activities of the Department.
CYBERSECURITY
Throughout the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee held a series
of hearings and briefings to assess CISA’s maturation into an oper-
ational component, as authorized the Cybersecurity and Infrastruc-
ture Security Agency Act (P.L. 115–278), and to examine the cyber-
security support CISA provides to both Federal agencies, State and
local governments, and private sector critical infrastructure owners
and operators. Notably, Committee Members worked in a bipar-
tisan manner to secure a significant funding increase for CISA in
FY2020, which marked an important step forward in right-sizing
CISA’s budget and supported increased deployment of the Contin-
uous Diagnostics and Mitigation program, among other things. Ad-
ditionally, the Committee held official activities on the cybersecu-
rity of the transportation sector, emerging cyber threats, supply
chain security, cyber workforce challenges, the cybersecurity pos-
ture of State and local governments, and the recommendations
issued by the Cyberspace Solarium Commission. Committee Mem-
bers worked in a bipartisan manner to enact into law many Cyber-
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space Solarium Commission recommendations and to advocate for
additional resources to support State and local cybersecurity ef-
forts. The Committee held a series of hearings on election integrity.
INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION
During the 116th Congress, the Committee considered multiple
pieces of legislation and conducted rigorous oversight of CISA’s ef-
forts to protect critical infrastructure. In particular, the Committee
held hearings on and extended the authorization of the Chemical
Facility Antiterrorism Standards Program and sent numerous over-
sight letters pushing CISA to address the threats posed by pre-
cursor chemicals, as required by law. Additionally, the Committee
held official activity to assess CISA’s efforts to secure soft targets,
including schools, and passed legislation to help CISA effectively le-
verage its Protective Security Advisors to secure critical infrastruc-
ture.
FEDERAL PROTECTIVE SERVICE
The Committee reviewed the Secretary of Homeland Security’s
determination regarding the appropriate placement for the FPS
pursuant to H.R. 3359. The Committee held a hearing to discuss
DHS’s plans to transition FPS from CISA to the Management Di-
rectorate of the Department. In addition, the Committee requested
two GAO reviews to examine the general management of FPS, in-
cluding its personnel policies, training program, and oversight and
management of Federal facility contract guard personnel.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DIRECTORATE
The Committee conducted oversight of the coordination of home-
land RDT&E within the Department and the adequacy of mission
support provided by the Directorate to operational elements of the
Department, state and local authorities, and the private sector. In
particular, the Committee evaluated the Science and Technology
Directorate’s ability to identify and leverage small business capa-
bilities to address homeland security and emergency response chal-
lenges, such as Telephoy Denial of Service attacks.
In the 116th Congress, the Committee conducted oversight of the
Department’s efforts to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and re-
cover from acts of terrorism, natural disasters, and other major
emergencies. In particular, the Committee focused on the ongoing
COVID–19 pandemic national emergency.
PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE, AND RECOVERY
The Committee held hearings on FEMA’s response and recovery
efforts for declared disasters, including lessons learned from Hurri-
canes Maria, Irma, and Harvey, recovery efforts in Puerto Rico and
the U.S. Virgin Islands, effects on minority and underserved popu-
lations, and the impact of global warming on disasters. The Com-
mittee also reviewed first responders and state and local govern-
ments. The Committee also held hearings and sent oversight let-
ters on the state of emergency management and improving FEMA’s
ability to respond to multiple disasters simultaneously, as well as
giving scrutiny to FEMA’s disaster preparedness and response con-
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tracting in the wake of significant issues in past disasters. Addi-
tionally, the Committee conducted oversight of the Department’s
Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office’s efforts through
briefings and letters.
ASSISTANCE TO STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS AND FIRST
RESPONDERS
The Committee held hearings examining issues facing first re-
sponders, including FEMA’s allocation and administration of grants
to enhance the ability of state and local governments and emer-
gency response providers to prevent, prepare for, respond to, miti-
gate, and recover from a terrorist attack or other disaster. The
Committee continues to advocate for coordination of grant pro-
grams, facilitating state and local access to and obligation of funds,
and ensuring appropriate distribution of grants at the state and
local levels. Finally, the Committee received testimony and brief-
ings on the Department’s work with partners to support school
safety.
COVID–19
The Committee conducted extensive oversight of the Federal re-
sponse to the COVID–19 pandemic, particularly the role of FEMA
in responding to the disaster and the effect of the outbreak on De-
partment operations. Oversight occurred at Full Committee and
Subcommittee, with 10 hearings, 11 Member briefings, and dozens
of oversight letters. The Committee held some of the first congres-
sional hearings on the matter and continued to conduct oversight
as outlined in this report even while Congress unable to meet in
person and ongoing to the present day.
DIVERSITY
In implementing the Oversight Plan, the Committee consistently
examined how DHS’ policies, programs, and actions affect diverse
communities and people of varied backgrounds across our Nation.
For example, the Committee examined the adequacy of Federal dis-
aster programs for underserved communities; the effects of border
wall construction on communities along the U.S.-Mexico border;
TSA’s treatment of transgendered individuals; the disparate out-
comes of facial recognition technology on people of color; targeted
violence against certain religious, racial, and ethnic groups; and
the disproportionate effects of COVID–19 on people of color and
economically disadvantaged individuals.
Understanding that homeland security affects all Americans, the
Committee also endeavored to receive testimony from a diverse
array of stakeholders in its oversight. Hearing from witnesses of
various racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds brings new
perspectives to the Committee too often not heard in Washington,
DC and is essential to the Committee’s oversight of DHS and the
Department’s impacts on every American.
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ADMINISTRATION REFUSAL TO COMPLY WITH COMMITTEE
OVERSIGHT
It should be noted that the Committee fulfilled its oversight plan
despite DHS repeatedly and willfully failing to comply with the
Committee’s requests and subpoenas, which impeded legitimate,
Constitutionally mandated congressional oversight. In a letter
dated December 21, 2019, Mr. Chad Wolf, who purportedly served
as Acting Secretary of the Department for the last year of the
Trump Administration, wrote to the Committee that he was com-
mitted ‘‘to be fully cooperative, open and transparent’’ with the
Committee on Homeland Security. Unfortunately, throughout the
116th Congress, including during the entirety of Mr. Wolf’s pur-
ported tenure, DHS was anything but cooperative, open, trans-
parent, or responsive.
Instead, the Department repeatedly failed to comply with Com-
mittee subpoenas, and ignored the Committee’s document requests,
including requests for documents related to the coronavirus pan-
demic. In fact, Mr. Wolf failed to comply with a subpoena issued
for his testimony to discuss worldwide threats facing the homeland.
In the absence of the information requested by the Committee,
the Committee and indeed the Congress have little insight into the
many troubling and apparently improper actions taken by the De-
partment, both during Mr. Wolf’s tenure and during that of prior
Trump Administration officials. Key unanswered subpoenas and
document requests are discussed in brief below.
Failure to Comply with Committee Subpoena for Documents
Regarding Family Separations and Child Deaths
On November 20, 2019, following the Department’s failure to
produce all documents the Committee had first requested almost a
year earlier, the Committee issued a subpoena requiring the pro-
duction by noon on December 11, 2019, of documents pertaining to
the separation of children from their parents and the care of chil-
dren in the custody of CBP, including the treatment of two children
who died in CBP custody.
During the 116th Congress, the Department failed to produce all
documents responsive to this subpoena. The Committee’s many
questions about the Department’s immoral family separation poli-
cies—among other issues—were left unanswered, particularly those
surrounding the status of all separated children.
On March 3, 2020, the DHS Inspector General issued a report
finding that ‘‘DHS estimated that Border Patrol agents separated
3,014 children from their families while the policy was in place,’’
and ‘‘DHS also estimated it had completed 2,155 reunifications’’’
among this group of children—meaning that at the time the In-
spector General’s report was issued, 859 children had not been re-
unified with their parents.
Regarding DHS’s estimate of the number of children separated
from their parents by the Border Patrol, the Inspector General’s re-
port states: ‘‘We tried, but could not confirm the accuracy of Border
Patrol’s reported estimate that 3,014 children were separated dur-
ing the policy period.’’ After conducting its own review, the Inspec-
tor General found an additional 1,369 children ‘‘with potential fam-
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ily relationships that were not accurately recorded by CBP, which
could result in unrecorded family separations.’’
During a hearing at which Mr. Wolf appeared on March 3, 2020,
Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman asked numerous ques-
tions about the status of both the 859 children who remained sepa-
rated from their families at the time the Inspector General’s report
was issued, as well as the additional 1,369 children that the In-
spector General indicated may have been separated from their fam-
ilies. Although Mr. Wolf asserted that, ‘‘The Department has not
lost any children,’’ Mr. Wolf was unable to indicate the number of
children from among either the group of 859 or the group of 1,369
who had not been reunified with their families, including the num-
ber who could not be reunified due to health and safety concerns.
Following the March 3 hearing, the Committee wrote to the De-
partment seeking a status update on each child whose location was
uncertain, but the Department never provided the information the
Committee sought. Instead, the Department sent a letter in which
it asserted that ‘‘the Committee’s request for unique written up-
dates of 859 children allegedly not reunited at the time of the Of-
fice of Inspector General’s (OIG) report as well as another 1,369
children who were ‘potentially separated from their families’ cannot
be accommodated at this time.’’ The Department’s letter further as-
serted that ‘‘even assuming the OIG’s estimates were accurate, it
would be unreasonable to expect DHS to be able to provide up to
2,228 unique current updates so expeditiously.’’
Failure to Comply with Subpoena for Documents Related to
Exclusion of New York Residents from Trusted Traveler Programs
On October 9, 2020, the Committee issued a subpoena for docu-
ments pertaining to the inaccurate and misleading testimony that
Department officials gave to the Committee regarding the Depart-
ment’s arbitrary, capricious, and politically motivated decision to
bar New York residents from the Trusted Traveler programs. The
subpoena required the production of all responsive documents by
October 23, 2020, but the Department did not comply this sub-
poena—even though it was obvious from court filings that numer-
ous documents responsive to this subpoena were in the Depart-
ment’s possession.
Requests for Documents Regarding Coronavirus Pandemic Were
Ignored
During the 116th Congress, the United States faced an unprece-
dented global pandemic that killed hundreds of thousands of Amer-
icans. Recognizing that the pandemic severely strained Federal re-
sources, the Committee sought only the most essential information
regarding our nation’s response—including state requests for and
Federal distributions of personal protective equipment (PPE) and
testing supplies—and yet the Committee received only cursory in-
formation and a handful of documents from DHS in reply to its cor-
respondence.
For example, on March 23, 2020, the Committee sent a letter re-
questing basic information on the supplies and distribution of PPE,
including copies of solicitations and contracts for masks and other
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forms of PPE, medical supplies, and equipment. On April 28, the
Committee received a letter from the Administrator of the FEMA
that conveyed only nine contracts. This letter admitted that these
contracts ‘‘do not represent the entirety of contracts that FEMA
has issued for PPE.’’ In fact, publicly available databases indicate
that FEMA had issued nearly 200 contracts by April 27 that are
coded as being related to COVID–19. Many of these contracts
would presumably have been responsive to the Committee’s re-
quest.
Separately, the Committee did not receive the documents re-
quested in a letter sent jointly by the Chairman and Oversight and
Reform Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney, on April 7, 2020, to Admin-
istrator Gaynor. This letter sought documents regarding requests
from U.S. states, territories, and the District of Columbia for PPE,
the distribution by the Federal government of PPE, and the role of
Senior Advisor to the President Jared Kushner in FEMA’s supply
acquisition and distribution processes. The Committees wrote again
on May 8 to renew the request that FEMA provide responsive doc-
uments by May 12. No documents were provided.
Additional Document Requests Were Ignored
Among other requests, the Department failed to provide docu-
ments requested by the Committee to enable Committee Members
to conduct oversight of the:
• construction at the expense of U.S. taxpayers of an ineffective
wall along the Southwest border;
• creation and deployment of the ‘‘Protecting American Commu-
nities Task Force’’ and the Department’s true understanding of ex-
tremist involvement in protest activity;
• deployment of DHS personnel to Portland, Oregon;
• issuance by CBP of contracts for the construction of segments
of wall along the Southwest border;
• the alleged abuse of detainees at the Irwin County Detention
Center; and
• costs incurred by the Secret Service to protect President
Trump and his family members.
Mr. Wolf Failed to Comply with Subpoena for His Testimony
In September 2020, the Committee issued a subpoena for Mr.
Wolf’s testimony at the Committee on Homeland Security’s annual
worldwide threats hearing after he reneged on his commitment to
testify. It has been the long-standing practice of the Committee to
convene this hearing, meant to inform Members about global ter-
rorism threats to the homeland. Past Secretaries of Homeland Se-
curity, regardless of political party affiliation, have regularly par-
ticipated in this hearing. The Committee also hoped to question
Mr. Wolf about many of the outstanding document requests enu-
merated in this report. However, in an unprecedented rejection of
the Committee’s legitimate oversight, Mr. Wolf defied the Commit-
tee’s subpoena and failed to appear at the hearing.
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APPENDIX I
COMMITTEE RULES COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
116TH CONGRESS
RULE I.—GENERAL PROVISIONS.
(A) Applicability of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa-
tives.—The Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives (the
‘‘House’’) are the rules of the Committee on Homeland Security (the
‘‘Committee’’) and its subcommittees insofar as applicable.
(B) Applicability to Subcommittees.—Except where the terms
‘‘Full Committee’’ and ‘‘subcommittee’’ are specifically mentioned,
the following rules shall apply to the Committee’s subcommittees
and their respective Chairmen and Ranking Minority Members to
the same extent as they apply to the Full Committee and its Chair-
man and Ranking Minority Member.
(C) Appointments by the Chairman.—Clause 2(d) of Rule XI of
the House shall govern the designation of a Vice Chairman of the
Full Committee.
(D) Conferences.—The Chairman is authorized to offer a motion
under clause 1 of Rule XXII of the Rules of the House whenever
the Chairman considers it appropriate.
(E) Committee Website.—The Chairman shall maintain an official
Committee web site for the purposes of furthering the Committee’s
legislative and oversight responsibilities, including communicating
information about the Committee’s activities to Committee Mem-
bers, other Members, and the public at large. The Ranking Minor-
ity Member may maintain a similar web site for the same pur-
poses. The official Committee web site shall display a link on its
home page to the web site maintained by the Ranking Minority
Member.
(F) Activity Report.— The Committee shall submit a report to the
House on the activities of the Committee in accordance with House
rule XI 1(d).
RULE II.—SUBCOMMITTEES.
(A) Generally.—The Full Committee shall be organized into the
following six standing subcommittees and each shall have specific
responsibility for such measures or matters as the Chairman refers
to it:
(1) Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Oper-
ations
(185)
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(2) Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection,
and Innovation
(3) Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and
Recovery
(4) Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism
(5) Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability
(6) Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security
(B) Selection and Ratio of Subcommittee Members.—The Chair-
man and Ranking Minority Member of the Full Committee shall
select their respective Members of each subcommittee. The ratio of
Majority to Minority Members shall be comparable to the Full
Committee, consistent with the party ratios established by the Ma-
jority party, except that each subcommittee shall have at least two
more Majority Members than Minority Members.
(C) Ex Officio Members.—The Chairman and Ranking Minority
Member of the Full Committee shall be ex officio members of each
subcommittee but are not authorized to vote on matters that arise
before each subcommittee. The Chairman and Ranking Minority
Member of the Full Committee shall only be counted to satisfy the
quorum requirement for the purpose of taking testimony and re-
ceiving evidence.
(D) Powers and Duties of Subcommittees.—Except as otherwise
directed by the Chairman of the Full Committee, each sub-
committee is authorized to meet, hold hearings, receive testimony,
mark up legislation, and report to the Full Committee on all mat-
ters within its purview. Subcommittee Chairmen shall set hearing
and meeting dates only with the approval of the Chairman of the
Full Committee. To the greatest extent practicable, no more than
one meeting and hearing should be scheduled for a given time.
RULE III.— SPECIAL COMMITTEE PANELS.
(A) Designation.—The Chairman of the Full Committee may des-
ignate a special panel of the Committee consisting of Members of
the Committee to inquire into and take testimony on a matter or
matters that warrant enhanced consideration, and to report to the
Committee.
(B) Party Ratios and Appointment.—The chairman of a special
panel shall be appointed by the Chairman of the Full Committee.
The Ranking Minority Member of the Full Committee may select
a ranking minority member for a special panel and may appoint
additional minority members, consistent with the ratio of the full
committee. The Chairman and Ranking Minority Member may
serve as ex officio members.
(C) Duration.—No special panel shall continue in existence for
more than six months.
(D) Jurisdiction.—No panel shall have legislative jurisdiction.
RULE IV.—REGULAR MEETINGS.
(A) Regular Meeting Date.—The regular meeting date and time
for the transaction of business of the Full Committee shall be at
10:00 a.m. on the first Wednesday that the House is in Session
each month, unless otherwise directed by the Chairman.
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(B) Additional Meetings.—At the discretion of the Chairman, ad-
ditional meetings of the Committee may be scheduled for the con-
sideration of any legislation or other matters pending before the
Committee, or to conduct other Committee business. The Com-
mittee shall meet for such purposes pursuant to the call of the
Chairman.
(C) Consideration.—Except in the case of a special meeting held
under clause 2(c)(2) of House Rule XI, the determination of the
business to be considered at each meeting of the Committee shall
be made by the Chairman.
RULE V.—NOTICE AND PUBLICATION.
(A) Notice.—
(1) Hearings.—
(a) Pursuant to clause 2(g)(3) of rule XI of the Rules of the House
of Representatives, the Chairman of the Committee shall make
public announcement of the date, place, and subject matter of any
hearing before the Full Committee or subcommittee, which may not
commence earlier than one week after such notice.
(b) However, a hearing may begin sooner than specified in (a) if
the Chairman of the Committee, with the concurrence of the Rank-
ing Minority Member, determines that there is good cause to begin
such hearing sooner, or if the Committee so determines by majority
vote, a quorum being present for the transaction of business. If
such a determination is made, the Chairman shall make the an-
nouncement required under (a) at the earliest possible date. To the
extent practicable, the names of all witnesses scheduled to appear
at such hearing shall be provided to Members no later than 48
hours prior to the commencement of such hearing.
(2) Meetings.—
(a) The Chair shall announce the date, time, place and subject
matter of any meeting, which may not commence earlier than the
third calendar day (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, or legal holidays
except when the House is in session on such a day) on which Mem-
bers have notice thereof except in the case of a special meeting
called under clause 2(c)(2) of House Rule XI. These notice require-
ments may be waived if the Chairman with the concurrence of the
Ranking Minority Member, determines that there is good cause to
begin the meeting sooner or if the Committee so determines by ma-
jority vote, a quorum being present for the transaction of business.
(b) At least 48 hours prior to the commencement of a meeting for
the markup of legislation, or at the time of announcement of the
meeting, if less than 48 hours under Rule V(A)(2), the text of such
legislation to be marked up shall be provided to the Members,
made publicly available in electronic form, and posted on the offi-
cial Committee web site.
(c) Not later than 24 hours after concluding a meeting to consider
legislation, the text of such legislation as ordered forwarded or re-
ported, including any amendments adopted or defeated, shall be
made publicly available in electronic form and posted on the official
Committee web site.
(3) Briefings.—The Chairman shall provide notice of the date,
time, place, and subject matter of a Member briefing. To the extent
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practicable, a Member briefing shall not commence earlier than the
third day on which Members have notice thereof.
(B) Publication.—House Rule XI 2(g)(3)(C) is hereby incorporated
by reference.
RULE VI.—OPEN MEETINGS AND HEARINGS;
BROADCASTING.
(A) Open Meetings.—
(1) All meetings and hearings of the Committee shall be open to
the public including to radio, television, and still photography cov-
erage, except as provided by Rule XI of the Rules of the House or
when the Committee, in open session and with a majority present,
determines by recorded vote that all or part of the remainder of
that hearing on that day shall be closed to the public because dis-
closure of testimony, evidence, or other matters to be considered
would endanger the national security, compromise sensitive law en-
forcement information, tend to defame, degrade or incriminate a
witness, or violate any law or rule of the House of Representatives.
(2) The Committee or Subcommittee may meet in executive ses-
sion for up to five additional consecutive days of hearings if agreed
to by the same procedure.
(B) Broadcasting.—Whenever any hearing or meeting conducted
by the Committee is open to the public, the Committee shall permit
that hearing or meeting to be covered by television broadcast,
internet broadcast, print media, and still photography, or by any of
such methods of coverage, in accordance with the provisions of
clause 4 of Rule XI of the Rules of the House. Operation and use
of any Committee operated broadcast system shall be fair and non-
partisan and in accordance with clause 4(b) of Rule XI and all
other applicable rules of the Committee and the House. Priority
shall be given by the Committee to members of the Press Galleries.
Pursuant to clause 2(e) of rule XI of the Rules of the House of Rep-
resentatives, the Committee shall, to the greatest extent prac-
ticable, provide audio and video coverage of each hearing or meet-
ing in a manner that allows the public to easily listen to and view
the proceedings and shall maintain the recordings of such coverage
in a manner that is easily accessible to the public.
(C) Transcripts.—A transcript shall be made of the testimony of
each witness appearing before the Committee during a Committee
hearing. All transcripts of meetings or hearings that are open to
the public shall be made available.
RULE VII.—PROCEDURES FOR MEETINGS AND
HEARINGS.
(A) Opening Statements.—At any meeting of the Committee, the
Chairman and Ranking Minority Member shall be entitled to
present oral opening statements of five minutes each. Other Mem-
bers may submit written opening statements for the record. The
Chairman presiding over the meeting may permit additional open-
ing statements by other Members of the Full Committee or of that
subcommittee, with the concurrence of the Ranking Minority Mem-
ber.
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(B) The Five-Minute Rule.—The time any one Member may ad-
dress the Committee on any bill, motion, or other matter under
consideration by the Committee shall not exceed five minutes, and
then only when the Member has been recognized by the Chairman,
except that this time limit may be extended when permitted by
unanimous consent.
(C) Postponement of Vote.—The Chairman may postpone further
proceedings when a record vote is ordered on the question of ap-
proving any measure or matter or adopting an amendment and
may resume proceedings on a postponed vote at any time after rea-
sonable notice to Members by the Clerk or other designee of the
Chairman. When proceedings resume on a postponed question, not-
withstanding any intervening order for the previous question, an
underlying proposition shall remain subject to further debate or
amendment to the same extent as when the question was post-
poned.
(D) Record.—Members may have 10 business days to submit to
the Chief Clerk of the Committee their statements for the record,
and, in the case of a hearing, additional questions for the hearing
record to be directed towards a witness at the hearing.
RULE VIII.—WITNESSES.
(A) Questioning of Witnesses.—
(1) Questioning of witnesses by Members will be conducted under
the five-minute rule unless the Committee adopts a motion per-
mitted by clause 2(j)(2) of House Rule XI.
(2) In questioning witnesses under the five-minute rule, the
Chairman and the Ranking Minority Member shall first be recog-
nized. In a subcommittee meeting or hearing, the Chairman and
Ranking Minority Member of the Full Committee are then recog-
nized. All other Members who are present before the commence-
ment of the meeting or hearing will be recognized in the order of
seniority on the Committee, alternating between Majority and Mi-
nority Members. Committee Members arriving after the commence-
ment of the hearing shall be recognized in order of appearance, al-
ternating between Majority and Minority Members, after all Mem-
bers present at the beginning of the hearing have been recognized.
To the extent practicable, each Member shall be recognized at least
once before any Member is given a second opportunity to question
a witness.
(3) The Chairman, in consultation with the Ranking Minority
Member, or the Committee by motion, may permit a specified num-
ber of Members to question a witness for a period longer than five
minutes, but the time allotted must be equally apportioned to the
Majority party and the Minority and may not exceed one hour in
the aggregate.
(4) The Chairman, in consultation with the Ranking Minority
Member, or the Committee by motion, may permit Committee staff
of the Majority and Minority to question a witness for a specified
period of time, but the time allotted must be equally apportioned
to the Majority and Minority staff and may not exceed one hour in
the aggregate.
(B) Minority Witnesses.—House Rule XI 2 (j)(1) is hereby incor-
porated by reference.
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(C) Oath or Affirmation.—The Chairman of the Committee or
any Member designated by the Chairman, may administer an oath
to any witness.
(D) Statements by Witnesses.—
(1) Consistent with the notice given, and to the greatest extent
practicable, each witness shall submit a prepared or written state-
ment for the record of the proceedings (including, where prac-
ticable, an electronic copy) with the Clerk of the Committee no less
than 48 hours in advance of the witness’s appearance before the
Committee.
(2) In the case of a witness appearing in a non-governmental ca-
pacity, a written statement of proposed testimony shall include a
curriculum vita and a disclosure of any Federal grants or contracts,
or contracts or payments originating with a foreign government, re-
ceived during the current calendar year or either of the two pre-
ceding calendar years by the witness or by an entity represented
by the witness and related to the subject matter of the hearing.
Such disclosures shall include the amount and source of each Fed-
eral grant (or subgrant thereof) or contract (or subcontract thereof)
related to the subject matter of the hearing, and the amount and
country of origin of any payment or contract related to the subject
matter jurisdiction of the hearing originating with a foreign govern-
ment. Such statements, with the appropriate redactions to protect
the privacy or security of the witness, shall be made publicly avail-
able in electronic form not later than one day after the witness ap-
pears.
RULE IX.—QUORUM.
Quorum Requirements.—Two Members shall constitute a quorum
for purposes of taking testimony and receiving evidence. One-third
of the Members of the Committee shall constitute a quorum for
conducting business, except for (1) reporting a measure or rec-
ommendation; (2) closing Committee meetings to the public, pursu-
ant to Committee Rule IV; (3) any other action for which an actual
majority quorum is required by any rule of the House of Represent-
atives or by law. The Chairman’s staff shall consult with the Rank-
ing Minority Member’s staff when scheduling meetings and hear-
ings, to ensure that a quorum for any purpose will include at least
one Minority Member of the Committee.
RULE X.—DECORUM.
(A) Breaches of Decorum.—The Chairman may punish breaches
of order and decorum, by censure and exclusion from a hearing or
meeting; and the Committee may cite the offender to the House for
contempt.
(B) Access to Dais.—Access to the dais before, during, and after
a hearing, markup, or other meeting of the Committee shall be lim-
ited to Members and staff of the Committee. Subject to availability
of space on the dais, Committee Members’ personal staff may be
present on the dais during a hearing if their employing Member is
seated on the dais and during a markup or other meeting if their
employing Member is the author of a measure or amendment
under consideration by the Committee, but only during the time
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that the measure or amendment is under active consideration by
the Committee, or otherwise at the discretion of the Chairman, or
of the Ranking Minority Member for personal staff employed by a
Minority Member.
(C) Wireless Communications Use Prohibited.—During a hearing,
mark-up, or other meeting of the Committee, ringing or audible
sounds or conversational use of cellular telephones or other elec-
tronic devices is prohibited in the Committee room.
RULE XI.—REFERRALS TO SUBCOMMITTEES.
Referral of Bills and Other Matters by Chairman.—Except for
bills and other matters retained by the Chairman for Full Com-
mittee consideration, each bill or other matter referred to the Full
Committee shall be referred by the Chairman to one or more sub-
committees within two weeks of receipt by the Committee. In refer-
ring any measure or matter to a subcommittee, the Chair may
specify a date by which the subcommittee shall report thereon to
the Full Committee. Bills or other matters referred to subcommit-
tees may be reassigned or discharged by the Chairman.
RULE XII.—SUBPOENAS; COUNSEL.
(A) Authorization.—The power to authorize and issue subpoenas
is delegated to the Chairman of the Full Committee, as provided
for under clause 2(m)(3)(A)(i) of Rule XI of the Rules of the House
of Representatives. The Chairman shall notify the Ranking Minor-
ity Member prior to issuing any subpoena under such authority. To
the extent practicable, the Chairman shall consult with the Rank-
ing Minority Member at least 24 hours in advance of a subpoena
being issued under such authority, excluding Saturdays, Sundays,
and Federal holidays. The Chairman of the Full Committee shall
notify Members of the Committee of the authorization and issuance
of a subpoena under this rule as soon as practicable, but in no
event later than one week after service of such subpoena.
(B) Disclosure.—Provisions may be included in a subpoena with
the concurrence of the Chairman and the Ranking Minority Mem-
ber of the Full Committee, or by the Committee, to prevent the dis-
closure of the Full Committee’s demands for information when
deemed necessary for the security of information or the progress of
an investigation, including but not limited to prohibiting the rev-
elation by witnesses and their counsel of Full Committee’s inquir-
ies.
(C) Subpoena duces tecum.—A subpoena duces tecum may be
issued whose return to the Committee Clerk shall occur at a time
and place other than that of a regularly scheduled meeting.
(D) Counsel.—When representing a witness or entity before the
Committee in response to a document request, request for tran-
scribed interview, or subpoena from the Committee, or in connec-
tion with testimony before the Committee at a hearing, counsel for
the witness or entity must promptly submit to the Committee a no-
tice of appearance specifying the following: (a) counsel’s name, firm
or organization, and contact information; and (b) each client rep-
resented by the counsel in connection with the proceeding. Submis-
sion of a notice of appearance constitutes acknowledgement that
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counsel is authorized to accept service of process by the Committee
on behalf of such client(s), and that counsel is bound by and agrees
to comply with all applicable House and Committee rules and regu-
lations.
(E) Deposition Authority.—Section 103 of H. Res 6 is hereby in-
corporated by reference.
RULE XIII.—COMMITTEE STAFF.
(A) Generally.—Committee staff members are subject to the pro-
visions of clause 9 of House Rule X and must be eligible to be con-
sidered for routine access to classified information.
(B) Staff Assignments.—For purposes of these rules, Committee
staff means the employees of the Committee, detailees, fellows, in-
terns, or any other person engaged by contract or otherwise to per-
form services for, or at the request of, the Committee. All such per-
sons shall be either Majority, Minority, or shared staff. The Chair-
man shall appoint, supervise, where applicable determine remu-
neration of, and may remove Majority staff. The Ranking Minority
Member shall appoint, supervise, where applicable determine re-
muneration of, and may remove Minority staff. In consultation
with the Ranking Minority Member, the Chairman may appoint,
supervise, determine remuneration of and may remove shared staff
that is assigned to service of the Committee. The Chairman shall
certify Committee staff appointments, including appointments by
the Ranking Minority Member, as required.
(C) Divulgence of Information.—Prior to the public acknowledge-
ment by the Chairman or the Committee of a decision to initiate
an investigation of a particular person, entity, or subject, no mem-
ber of the Committee staff shall knowingly divulge to any person
any information, including non-classified information, which comes
into his or her possession by virtue of his or her status as a mem-
ber of the Committee staff, if the member of the Committee staff
has a reasonable expectation that such information may alert the
subject of a Committee investigation to the existence, nature, or
substance of such investigation, unless authorized to do so by the
Chairman or the Committee.
RULE XIV.—CLASSIFIED AND CONTROLLED
UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION.
(A) Security Precautions.—Committee staff offices, including Ma-
jority and Minority offices, shall operate under strict security pre-
cautions administered by the Security Officer of the Committee. A
security officer shall be on duty at all times during normal office
hours. Classified documents and controlled unclassified information
(CUI)—formerly known as sensitive but unclassified (SBU) infor-
mation—may be destroyed, discussed, examined, handled, re-
viewed, stored, transported and used only in an appropriately se-
cure manner in accordance with all applicable laws, executive or-
ders, and other governing authorities. Such documents may be re-
moved from the Committee’s offices only in furtherance of official
Committee business. Appropriate security procedures, as deter-
mined by the Chairman in consultation with the Ranking Minority
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Member, shall govern the handling of such documents removed
from the Committee’s offices.
(B) Temporary Custody of Executive Branch Material.—Executive
branch documents or other materials containing classified informa-
tion in any form that were not made part of the record of a Com-
mittee hearing, did not originate in the Committee or the House,
and are not otherwise records of the Committee shall, while in the
custody of the Committee, be segregated and maintained by the
Committee in the same manner as Committee records that are
classified. Such documents and other materials shall be returned to
the Executive branch agency from which they were obtained at the
earliest practicable time.
(C) Access by Committee Staff.—Access to classified information
supplied to the Committee shall be limited to Committee staff
members with appropriate security clearances and a need-to-know,
as determined by the Chairman or Ranking Minority Member, and
under the direction of the Majority or Minority Staff Directors.
(D) Maintaining Confidentiality.—No Committee Member or
Committee staff shall disclose, in whole or in part or by way of
summary, to any person who is not a Committee Member or au-
thorized Committee staff for any purpose or in connection with any
proceeding, judicial or otherwise, any testimony given before the
Committee in executive session except for purposes of obtaining an
official classification of such testimony. Classified information and
controlled unclassified information (CUI) shall be handled in ac-
cordance with all applicable laws, executive orders, and other gov-
erning authorities and consistently with the provisions of these
rules and Committee procedures.
(E) Oath.—Before a Committee Member or Committee staff may
have access to classified information, the following oath (or affirma-
tion) shall be executed: I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will
not disclose any classified information received in the course of my
service on the Committee on Homeland Security, except as author-
ized by the Committee or the House of Representatives or in ac-
cordance with the Rules of such Committee or the Rules of the
House. Copies of the executed oath (or affirmation) shall be re-
tained by the Clerk of the Committee as part of the records of the
Committee.
(F) Disciplinary Action.—The Chairman shall immediately con-
sider disciplinary action in the event any Committee Member or
Committee staff member fails to conform to the provisions of these
rules governing the disclosure of classified or unclassified informa-
tion. Such disciplinary action may include, but shall not be limited
to, immediate dismissal from the Committee staff, criminal referral
to the Justice Department, and notification of the Speaker of the
House. With respect to Minority staff, the Chairman shall consider
such disciplinary action in consultation with the Ranking Minority
Member.
RULE XV.—COMMITTEE RECORDS.
(A) Committee Records.—House Rule XI 2(e) is hereby incor-
porated by reference.
(B) Legislative Calendar.—The Clerk of the Committee shall
maintain a printed calendar for the information of each Committee
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Member showing any procedural or legislative measures considered
or scheduled to be considered by the Committee, and the status of
such measures and such other matters as the Committee deter-
mines shall be included. The calendar shall be revised from time
to time to show pertinent changes. A copy of such revisions shall
be made available to each Member of the Committee upon request.
(C) Members Right To Access.—Members of the Committee and
of the House shall have access to all official Committee Records.
Access to Committee files shall be limited to examination within
the Committee offices at reasonable times. Access to Committee
Records that contain classified information shall be provided in a
manner consistent with these rules.
(D) Removal of Committee Records.—Files and records of the
Committee are not to be removed from the Committee offices. No
Committee files or records that are not made publicly available
shall be photocopied by any Member.
(E) Executive Session Records.—Evidence or testimony received
by the Committee in executive session shall not be released or
made available to the public unless authorized by the Committee,
a majority being present. Such information may be made available
to appropriate government personnel for purposes of classification.
Members may examine the Committee’s executive session records,
but may not make copies of, or take personal notes from, such
records.
(F) Availability of Committee Records.—The Committee shall
keep a complete record of all Committee action including recorded
votes and attendance at hearings and meetings. Information so
available for public inspection shall include a description of each
amendment, motion, order, or other proposition, including the
name of the Member who offered the amendment, motion, order, or
other proposition, and the name of each Member voting for and
each Member voting against each such amendment, motion, order,
or proposition, as well as the names of those Members present but
not voting. Such record shall be made available to the public at
reasonable times within the Committee offices and also made pub-
licly available in electronic form and posted on the official Com-
mittee web site within 48 hours of such record vote.
(G) Separate and Distinct.—All Committee records and files must
be kept separate and distinct from the office records of the Mem-
bers serving as Chairman and Ranking Minority Member. Records
and files of Members’ personal offices shall not be considered
records or files of the Committee.
(H) Disposition of Committee Records.—At the conclusion of each
Congress, non-current records of the Committee shall be delivered
to the Archivist of the United States in accordance with Rule VII
of the Rules of the House.
(I) Archived Records.—The records of the Committee at the Na-
tional Archives and Records Administration shall be made avail-
able for public use in accordance with Rule VII of the Rules of the
House. The Chairman shall notify the Ranking Minority Member
of any decision, pursuant to clause 3(b)(3) or clause 4(b) of the
Rule, to withhold a record otherwise available, and the matter
shall be presented to the Committee for a determination on the
written request of any member of the Committee. The Chairman
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shall consult with the Ranking Minority Member on any commu-
nication from the Archivist of the United States or the Clerk of the
House concerning the disposition of noncurrent records pursuant to
clause 3(b) of the Rule.
RULE XVI.—COMMITTEE RULES.
(A) Availability of Committee Rules in Electronic Form.—House
Rule XI 2(a) is hereby incorporated by reference.
(B) Changes to Committee Rules.—These rules may be modified,
amended, or repealed by the Full Committee provided that a notice
in writing of the proposed change has been given to each Member
at least 48 hours prior to the meeting at which action thereon is
to be taken and such changes are not inconsistent with the Rules
of the House of Representatives.
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APPENDIX II
Membership Changes
On January 4, 2019 Mr. Bennie G. Thompson of Mississippi was elected as Chair
and Mr. Mike Rogers of Alabama as Ranking Member pursuant to H. Res. 24 and
25, respectively.
Majority Members and Minority Members were elected to the Committee on Janu-
ary 23, 2019, pursuant to H. Res 67 and Res. 68, respectively.
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas MIKE ROGERS, Alabama, Ranking Member
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island PETER T. KING, New York
CEDRIC L. RICHMOND, Louisiana MICHAEL T. MCCAUL, Texas
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey JOHN KATKO, New York
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York JOHN RATCLIFFE, Texas
J. LUIS CORREA, California MARK WALKER, North Carolina
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
MAX ROSE, New York DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois MARK GREEN, Tennessee
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan VAN TAYLOR, Texas
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
AL GREEN, Texas DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
DINA TITUS, Nevada
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida
SUBCOMMITTEE ON CYBERSECURITY, INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION,
AND INNOVATION HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE
CEDRIC L. RICHMOND, Louisiana, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas JOHN KATKO, New York, Ranking Member
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island JOHN RATCLIFFE, Texas
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York MARK WALKER, North Carolina
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois VAN TAYLOR, Texas
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND MARITIME SECURITY
J. LUIS CORREA, California, Chairman
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona, Ranking Member
DINA TITUS, Nevada JOHN KATKO, New York
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey JOHN RATCLIFFE, Texas
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California MARK GREEN, Tennessee
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
(197)
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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE, AND RECOVERY
DONALD M. PAYNE, New Jersey, Chairman
CEDRIC RICHMOND, Louisiana PETER T. KING, New York Ranking Member
MAX ROSE, New York JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT, AND ACCOUNTABILITY
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico, Chairwoman
DINA TITUS, Nevada DAN CRENSHAW, Texas, Ranking Member
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California VAN TAYLOR, Texas
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTERTERRORISM
MAX ROSE, New York, Chairman
SHELIA JACKSON LEE, Texas MARK WALKER, North Carolina, Ranking
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island Member
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan PETER T. KING, New York
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MARK GREENE, Tennessee
MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON BORDER SECURITY, FACILITATION, AND
OPERATIONS
KATHLEEN RICE, New York, Chairwoman
DONALD PAYNE, New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana, Ranking Member
LOU CORREA, California DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE CLARKE, New York MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
On September 25, 2019, Mr. John Ratcliffe of Texas resigned as a Member of the
Committee on Homeland Security. Mr. Dan Bishop of North Carolina was elected
to the Committee on September 26, 2019, pursuant to H. Res. 598. The Membership
was as follows:
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas MIKE ROGERS, Alabama, Ranking Member
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island PETER T. KING, New York
CEDRIC L. RICHMOND, Louisiana MICHAEL T. MCCAUL, Texas
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey JOHN KATKO, New York
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York MARK WALKER, North Carolina
J. LUIS CORREA, California CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
MAX ROSE, New York MARK GREEN, Tennessee
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois VAN TAYLOR, Texas
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
DINA TITUS, Nevada
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida
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SUBCOMMITTEE ON CYBERSECURITY, INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION,
AND INNOVATION HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE
CEDRIC L. RICHMOND, Louisiana, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas JOHN KATKO, New York, Ranking Member
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island MARK WALKER, North Carolina
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York VAN TAYLOR, Texas
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND MARITIME SECURITY
J. LUIS CORREA, California, Chairman
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona, Ranking Member
DINA TITUS, Nevada JOHN KATKO, New York
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey MARK GREEN, Tennessee
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE, AND RECOVERY
DONALD M. PAYNE, New Jersey, Chairman
CEDRIC RICHMOND, Louisiana PETER T. KING, Ranking Member
MAX ROSE, New York JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT, AND ACCOUNTABILITY
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico, Chairwoman
DINA TITUS, Nevada DAN CRENSHAW, Texas, Ranking Member
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California VAN TAYLOR, Texas
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTERTERRORISM
MAX ROSE, New York, Chairman
SHELIA JACKSON LEE, Texas MARK WALKER, North Carolina, Ranking
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island Member
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan PETER T. KING, New York
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MARK GREENE, Tennessee
MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON BORDER SECURITY, FACILITATION, AND
OPERATIONS
KATHLEEN RICE, New York, Chairwoman
DONALD PAYNE, New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana, Ranking Member
J. LOU CORREA, CALIFORNIA DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE CLARKE, New York MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
On January 15, 2020, Mr. Van Taylor of Texas resigned as a Member of the Com-
mittee on Homeland Security. Mr. Jefferson Van Drew of New Jersey was elected
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to the Committee on January 16, 2020, pursuant to H. Res. 801. The Membership
was as follows:
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas MIKE ROGERS, Alabama, Ranking Member
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode PETER T. KING, New York
CEDRIC L. RICHMOND, Louisiana MICHAEL T. MCCAUL, Texas
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey JOHN KATKO, New York
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York MARK WALKER, North Carolina
J. LUIS CORREA, California CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
MAX ROSE, New York MARK GREEN, Tennessee
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
AL GREEN, Texas DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
DINA TITUS, Nevada
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida
SUBCOMMITTEE ON CYBERSECURITY, INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION,
AND INNOVATION HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE
CEDRIC L. RICHMOND, Louisiana, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas JOHN KATKO, New York, Ranking Member
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode MARK WALKER, North Carolina
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York MARK GREEN, Tennessee
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND MARITIME SECURITY
J. LUIS CORREA, California, Chairman
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona, Ranking Member
DINA TITUS, Nevada JOHN KATKO, New York
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE, AND RECOVERY
DONALD M. PAYNE, New Jersey, Chairman
CEDRIC RICHMOND, Louisiana PETER T. KING, Ranking Member
MAX ROSE, New York DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
AL GREEN, Texas DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
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SUBCOMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT, AND ACCOUNTABILITY
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico, Chairwoman
DINA TITUS, Nevada DAN CRENSHAW, Texas, Ranking Member
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTERTERRORISM
MAX ROSE, New York, Chairman
SHELIA JACKSON LEE, Texas MARK WALKER, North Carolina, Ranking
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island Member
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan PETER T. KING, New York
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MARK GREENE, Tennessee
MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON BORDER SECURITY, FACILITATION, AND
OPERATIONS
KATHLEEN RICE, New York, Chairwoman
DONALD PAYNE, New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana, Ranking Member
J. LOU CORREA, California DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE CLARKE, New York MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
Mr. Mike Garcia of California was elected to the Committee on
July 30, 2020, pursuant to H. Res. 1102. The Membership was as
follows:
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi, Chairman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas MIKE ROGERS, Alabama, Ranking Member
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island PETER T. KING, New York
CEDRIC L. RICHMOND, Louisiana MICHAEL T. MCCAUL, Texas
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey JOHN KATKO, New York
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York MARK WALKER, North Carolina
J. LUIS CORREA, California CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
MAX ROSE, New York MARK GREEN, Tennessee
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
AL GREEN, Texas DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
DINA TITUS, Nevada MIKE GARCIA, California
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida
SUBCOMMITTEE ON CYBERSECURITY, INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION,
AND INNOVATION HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois, Chairwoman
SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Texas JOHN KATKO, New York, Ranking Member
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island MARK WALKER, North Carolina
KATHLEEN M. RICE, New York MARK GREEN, Tennessee
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
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SUBCOMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND MARITIME SECURITY
J. LUIS CORREA, California, Chairman
EMANUEL CLEAVER, Missouri DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona, Ranking Member
DINA TITUS, Nevada JOHN KATKO, New York
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
VAL BUTLER DEMINGS, Florida MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE, AND RECOVERY
DONALD M. PAYNE, New Jersey, Chairman
MAX ROSE, New York PETER T. KING, Ranking Member
LAUREN UNDERWOOD, Illinois DAN CRENSHAW, Texas
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE D. CLARKE, New York DAN BISHOP, North Carolina
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT, MANAGEMENT, AND ACCOUNTABILITY
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico, Chairwoman
DINA TITUS, Nevada DAN CRENSHAW, Texas, Ranking Member
BONNIE WATSON COLEMAN, New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana
NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN, California JEFFERSON VAN DREW, New Jersey
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTERTERRORISM
MAX ROSE, New York, Chairman
SHELIA JACKSON LEE, Texas MARK WALKER, North Carolina, Ranking
JAMES R. LANGEVIN, Rhode Island Member
ELISSA SLOTKIN, Michigan PETER T. KING, New York
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio) MARK GREENE, Tennessee
MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON BORDER SECURITY, FACILITATION, AND
OPERATIONS
KATHLEEN RICE, New York, Chairwoman
DONALD PAYNE, New Jersey CLAY HIGGINS, Louisiana, Ranking Member
LOU CORREA, California DEBBIE LESKO, Arizona
XOCHITL TORRES SMALL, New Mexico JOHN JOYCE, Pennsylvania
AL GREEN, Texas MICHAEL GUEST, Mississippi
YVETTE CLARKE, New York MIKE ROGERS, Alabama (ex officio)
BENNIE G. THOMPSON, Mississippi (ex officio)
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List of Public Laws
Public Law Date Approved Bill Title
116–2 ...... Jan. 18, 2019 ............ H.R. 251 ........ CHEMICAL FACILITY ANTI-TERRORISM STANDARDS
PROGRAM EXTENSION ACT
To extend by 15 months the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism
Standards Program of the Department of Homeland Security,
and for other purposes.
116–22 .... June 24, 2019 ............ S. 1379 .......... PANDEMIC AND ALL-HAZARDS PREPAREDNESS AND
ADVANCING INNOVATION ACT OF 2019
Toreauthorize certain programs under the Public Health Service Act
and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to
public health security and all-hazards preparedness and re-
sponse, and for other purposes.
116–64 .... Oct. 9, 2019 .............. H.R. 1590 ...... TERRORIST AND FOREIGN FIGHTER TRAVEL EXER-
CISE ACT OF 2019
To require an exercise related to terrorist and foreign fighter travel,
and for other purposes.
116–92 .... Dec. 20, 2019 ............ S. 1790 .......... NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FIS-
CAL YEAR 2020
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2020 for military activi-
ties of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and
for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe
military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other
purposes.
116–93 .... Dec. 20, 2019 ............ H.R. 1158 ...... CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 2020/DHS
CYBER INCIDENT RESPONSE TEAMS ACT 0F 2019
Making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending Sep-
tember 30, 2020, and for other purposes.
116–94 .... Dec. 20, 2019 ............ H.R. 1865 ...... FURTHER CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT,
2020
Making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year end-
ing September 30, 2020, and for other purposes.
116–108 .. Jan. 24, 2020 ............ H.R. 2476 ...... SECURING AMERICAN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
AGAINST TERRORISM ACT OF 2019
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide funding to
secure nonprofit facilities from terrorist attacks, and for other
purposes.
116–116 .. Mar. 2, 2020 .............. H.R. 504 ........ DHS FIELD ENGAGEMENT ACCOUNTABILITY ACT
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the De-
partment of Homeland Security to develop an engagement strat-
egy with fusion centers, and for other purposes.
116–122 .. Mar. 3, 2020 .............. S.2107 (H.R. PROTECTING AMERICA’S FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
4482). ACT OF 2019
To increase the number of CBP Agriculture Specialists and support
staff in the Office of Field Operations of U.S. Customs and Bor-
der Protection, and for other purposes.
116–150 .. July 22, 2020 ............. S.4148 ........... A BILL TO EXTEND THE CHEMICAL FACILITY ANTI-
TERRORISM STANDARDS PROGRAM OF THE DE-
PARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES
To extend the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards Program
of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other pur-
poses.
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Public Law Date Approved Bill Title
116–XXX .. Dec. 23, 2020 ............ H.R. 4761 ...... DHS OPIOID DETECTION RESILIENCE ACT OF 2019
To ensure U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers, agents, and
other personnel have adequate synthetic opioid detection equip-
ment, that the Department of Homeland Security has a process
to update synthetic opioid detection capability, and for other
purposes.
116–XXX .. Dec. 27, 2020 ............ H.R. 133 ........ CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2021
Making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending Sep-
tember 30, 2021, providing coronavirus emergency response and
relief, and for other purposes.
116–XXX .. Jan. 1, 2021 .............. H.R. 6395 ...... NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FIS-
CAL YEAR 2021
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2021 for military activi-
ties of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and
for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe
military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other
purposes.
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Legislative Reports
H. Rpt. 116–22 U.S. Customs and Border Protection Rural and Remote
H.R. 1598 Hiring and Retention Strategy Act Of 2019
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue a
strategy to improve hiring and retention of U.S. Cus-
toms and Border Protection personnel in rural or re-
mote areas, and for other purposes, with an amend-
ment.
Filed March 28, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–23 CBP Workload Staffing Model Act
H.R. 1639 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to improve
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) identifica-
tion of staffing needs, and for other purposes, with an
amendment.
Filed March 28, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–24 CBRN Intelligence and Information Sharing Act of 2019
H.R. 1589 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to estab-
lish chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear in-
telligence and information sharing functions of the Of-
fice of Intelligence and Analysis of the Department of
Homeland Security and to require dissemination of in-
formation analyzed by the Department to entities with
responsibilities relating to homeland security, and for
other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed March 28, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–25 Coordinating and Leveraging Activities for School Secu-
H.R. 1593 rity Act
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to estab-
lish a school security coordinating council, and for
other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed March 28, 2019.
H. Rpt. 116–26 Department of Homeland Security Morale, Recognition,
H.R. 1433 Learning and Engagement Act of 2019
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to improve
morale within the Department of Homeland Security
workforce by conferring new responsibilities to the
Chief Human Capital Officer, establishing an employee
engagement steering committee, requiring action
plans, and authorizing an annual employee award pro-
gram, and for other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed March 28, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–27 Terrorist and Foreign Fighter Travel Exercise Act of 2019
H.R. 1590 To require an exercise related to terrorist and foreign
fighter travel, and for other purposes.
Filed March 28, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–45 Rescinding DHS’ Waiver Authority for Border Wall Act
H.R. 1232 To amend the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immi-
grant Responsibility Act of 1996 to repeal certain waiv-
er authority relating to the construction of new border
barriers, and for other purposes.
Filed May 2, 2019
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H. Rpt. 116–87 Supporting Research and Development for First Respond-
H.R. 542 ers Act
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to estab-
lish the National Urban Security Technology Labora-
tory, and for other purposes.
Filed May 28, 2019
H. Rpt. 116 88 Homeland Security Assessment of Terrorists’ Use of Ghost
H.R. 2621 Guns Act
To direct the Under Secretary for Intelligence and Anal-
ysis of the Department of Homeland Security to de-
velop and disseminate a threat assessment regarding
terrorist use of ghost guns, and for other purposes.
Filed May 28, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–88, Pt. II Homeland Security Assessment of Terrorists’ Use of Ghost
H.R. 2621 Guns Act
To direct the Under Secretary for Intelligence and Anal-
ysis of the Department of Homeland Security to de-
velop and disseminate a threat assessment regarding
terrorist use of ghost guns, and for other purposes.
Minority Report
Filed June 10, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–89 DHS Cyber Incident Response Teams Act of 2019
H.R. 1158 To authorize cyber incident response teams at the De-
partment of Homeland Security, and for other pur-
poses.
Filed May 30, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–90 Homeland Procurement Reform Act
H.R. 2083 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 regarding
the procurement of certain items related to national
security interests for Department of Homeland Secu-
rity frontline operational components, and for other
purposes, with an amendment.
Filed May 30, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–91 Secure Communities and Safe Schools Act
H.R. 2383 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to prohibit
the expenditure of certain grant funds to purchase fire-
arms, and for other purposes.
Filed May 30, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–92 Securing American Nonprofit Organizations Against Ter-
H.R. 2476 rorism Act of 2019
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide
funding to secure nonprofit facilities from terrorist at-
tacks, and for other purposes.
Filed May 30, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–93 Strengthening Local Transportation Security Capabilities
H.R. 2539 Act of 2019
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to
prioritize the assignment of certain officers and intel-
ligence analysts from the Transportation Security Ad-
ministration and the Office of Intelligence and Anal-
ysis of the Department of Homeland Security to loca-
tions with participating State, local, and regional fu-
sion centers in jurisdictions with a high-risk surface
transportation asset in order to enhance the security of
such assets, including by improving timely sharing of
classified information regarding terrorist and other
threats, and for other purposes.
Filed May 30, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–94 Unifying DHS Intelligence Enterprise Act
H.R. 2589 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to estab-
lish a homeland intelligence doctrine for the Depart-
ment of Homeland Security, and for other purposes,
with an amendment.
Filed May 30, 2019
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H. Rpt. 116–95 DHS Overseas Personnel Enhancement Act of 2019
H.R. 2590 To require a Department of Homeland Security overseas
personnel enhancement plan, and for other purpose,
with an amendment.
Filed May 30, 2019.
H. Rpt. 116–96 DHS Acquisition Review Board Act of 2019
H.R. 2609 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to estab-
lish the Acquisition Review Board in the Department
of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
Filed May 30, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–163, Pt. 1 Homeland Security Improvement Act
H.R. 2203 To increase transparency, accountability, and community
engagement within the Department of Homeland Secu-
rity, provide independent oversight of border security
activities, improve training for agents and officers of
U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immi-
gration and Customs Enforcement, and for other pur-
poses, with an amendment.
Filed July 19, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–187 Traveling Parents Screening Consistency Act of 2019
H.R. 3246 To require GAO review of certain TSA screening proto-
cols, and for other purposes.
Filed August 27, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–188 Securing the Homeland Security Supply Chain Act of
H.R. 3320 2019
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to author-
ize the Secretary of Homeland Security to implement
certain requirements for information relating to supply
chain risk, and for other purposes, with an amend-
ment.
Filed August 27, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–189 Counter Terrorist Network Act
H.R. 3526 To authorize certain counter terrorist networks activities
of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other
purposes.
Filed August 27, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–190 DHS Acquisition Reform Act of 2019
H.R. 3413 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide
for certain acquisition authorities for the Under Sec-
retary of Management of the Department of Homeland
Security, and for other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed August 30, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–191 Trusted Traveler Reconsideration and Restoration Act of
H.R. 3675 2019
To require a review of Department of Homeland Security
trusted traveler programs, and for other purposes.
Filed August 30, 2019.
H. Rpt. 116–192 Helping Families Fly Act of 2019
H.R. 3694 To require the Transportation Security Administration to
implement training for frontline Administration per-
sonnel regarding the screening of pregnant women and
families with young children at passenger screening
checkpoints, and for other purposes.
Filed August 30, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–193 Cybersecurity Vulnerability Remediation Act
H.R. 3710 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide
for the remediation of cybersecurity vulnerabilities,
and for other purposes.
Filed August 30, 2019
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H. Rpt. 116–194 Joint Task Force to Combat Opioid Trafficking Act of
H.R. 3722 2019
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to author-
ize a Joint Task Force to enhance integration of the
Department of Homeland Security’s border security op-
erations to detect, interdict, disrupt, and prevent nar-
cotics, such as fentanyl and other synthetic opioids,
from entering the United States, and for other pur-
poses.
Filed August 30, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–195 Emerging Transportation Security Threats Act of 2019
H.R. 3318 To require the Transportation Security Administration to
establish a task force to conduct an analysis of emerg-
ing and potential future threats to transportation secu-
rity, and for other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed August 30, 2019.
H. Rpt. 116–201 TSA Reaching Across Nationalities, Societies, and Lan-
H.R. 3691 guages to Advance Traveler Education Act
To require the TSA to develop a plan to ensure that TSA
material disseminated in major airports can be better
understood by more people accessing such airports,
and for other purposes.
Filed September 11, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–203 Veterans Expedited TSA Screening Safe Travel Act
H.R. 3356 To provide PreCheck to certain severely injured or dis-
abled veterans, and for other purposes,
Filed September 12, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–213 Domestic and International Terrorism Documentation
H.R. 3016 and Analysis of Threats in America Act
To require a joint domestic terrorism report, establish
within the Department of Homeland Security a Na-
tional Center for the Study of Domestic Terrorism, au-
thorize research within the Department of Homeland
Security on current trends in domestic terrorism, with
an amendment.
Filed September 19, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–211 U.S. Border Patrol Medical Screening Standards Act
H.R. 3525 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct
the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protec-
tion to establish uniform processes for medical screen-
ing of individuals interdicted between ports of entry,
and for other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed September 28, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–279 Pipelines Security Act
H.R. 3699 To codify the Transportation Security Administration’s
responsibility relating to securing pipelines against cy-
bersecurity threats, acts of terrorism, and other nefar-
ious acts that jeopardize the physical security or cyber-
security of pipelines.
Filed November 12, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–298 Covert Testing and Risk Mitigation Improvement Act of
H.R. 3469 2019
To direct the Transportation Security Administration to
carry out covert testing and risk mitigation improve-
ment of aviation security operations, and for other pur-
poses.
Filed November 19, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–299 Inland Waters Security Review Act
H.R. 4402 To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to con-
duct an inland waters threat analysis, and for other
purposes.
Filed November 19, 2019
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H. Rpt. 116–300 Department of Homeland Security Office of Civil Rights
H.R. 4713 and Civil Liberties Act
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to make
certain improvements in the Office for Civil Rights and
Civil Liberties of the Department of Homeland Secu-
rity, and for other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed November 19, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–301 Drone Origin Security Enhancement Act
H.R. 4753 To prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from op-
erating or procuring foreign-made unmanned aircraft
systems, and for other purposes.
Filed November 19, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–308 Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism
H.R. 3669 Emergency Readiness Act of 2019
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to con-
duct a collective response to a terrorism exercise that
includes the management of cascading effects on crit-
ical infrastructure during times of extreme cold weath-
er, and for other purposes.
Filed November 22, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–309 Protecting Critical Infrastructure Against Drones and
H.R. 4432 Emerging Threats Act
To require the Department of Homeland Security to pre-
pare a terrorism threat assessment relating to un-
manned aircraft systems, and for other purposes.
Filed November 22, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–310 Department of Homeland Security Mentor-Protégé Pro-
H.R. 4727 gram Act of 2019
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to estab-
lish a mentor-protégé program, and for other purposes.
Filed November 22, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–318, Pt. I Synthetic Opioid Exposure Prevention and Training Act
H.R. 4739 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to protect
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers, agents,
other personnel, and canines against potential syn-
thetic opioid exposure, and for other purposes.
Filed December 3, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–319, Pt. I DHS Opioid Detection Resilience Act of 2019
H.R. 4761 To ensure U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers,
agents, and other personnel have adequate synthetic
opioid detection equipment, that the Department of
Homeland Security has a process to update synthetic
opioid detection capability, and for other purposes.
Filed December 3, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–341, Pt. I Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Ter-
H.R. 3256 rorist Attacks Act of 2019
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to re-au-
thorize and improve the Chemical Facility Anti-Ter-
rorism Standards Program, and for other purposes,
with an amendment.
Filed December 12, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–356 DHS Countering Unmanned Aircraft Systems Coordi-
H.R. 3787 nator Act
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to estab-
lish in the Department of Homeland Security an Un-
manned Aircraft Systems Coordinator, and for other
purposes, with an amendment.
Filed December 18, 2019
H. Rpt. 116–370 Homeland Security for Children Act
H.R. 2932 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to ensure
that the needs of children are considered in homeland
security planning, and for other purposes.
Filed January 8, 2020.
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H. Rpt. 116–375 Department of Homeland Security Climate Change Re-
H.R. 4737 search Act
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require
the Under Secretary for Science and Technology of the
Department of Homeland Security to research and
evaluate existing Federal research regarding ap-
proaches to mitigate climate change on homeland secu-
rity to identify areas for further research within the
Department, research and develop approaches to miti-
gate the consequences of climate change on homeland
security, and for other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed January 10, 2020
H. Rpt. 116–393, Pt. I Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUS)
H.R. 1494 Homeland Security Partnerships Act
To strengthen partnerships between historically Black
colleges and universities and minority-serving institu-
tions and the Department of Homeland Security, and
for other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed February 6, 2020
H. Rpt. 116–394 Securing America’s Ports Act
H.R. 5273 To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to de-
velop a plan to increase to 100 percent the rates of
scanning of commercial and passenger vehicles enter-
ing the United States at land ports of entry along the
border using large-scale non-intrusive inspection sys-
tems to enhance border security, and for other pur-
poses, with an amendment.
Filed February 6, 2020
H. Rpt. 116–398, Pt. I Rights for Transportation Security Officers Act of 2020
H.R. 1140 To enhance the security operations of the Transportation
Security Administration and stability of the transpor-
tation security workforce by applying the personnel
system under title 5, United States Code, to employees
of the Transportation Security Administration who
provide screening of all passengers and property, with
an amendment.
Filed February 21, 2020
H. Rpt. 116–398, Pt. II Rights for Transportation Security Officers Act of 2020
H.R. 1140 This supplemental report shows changes in existing law
made by the bill (H.R. 1140), as reported, which was
not included in part 1 of the report submitted by the
Committee on Homeland Security on February 21,
2020
Filed February 26, 2020
H. Rpt. 116–471, Part I DHS Illicit Cross-Border Tunnel Defense Act
H.R. 5828 To support remediation of illicit cross-border tunnels,
and for other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed August 7, 2020
H. Rpt. 116–475 Homeland Security Acquisition Professional Career Pro-
H.R. 5822 gram Act
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to estab-
lish an acquisition professional career program, and for
other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed August 14, 2020
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H. Rpt. 116–476 Safe Communities Act of 2020
H.R. 5780 To enhance stakeholder outreach to and operational en-
gagement with owners and operators of critical infra-
structure and other relevant stakeholders by the Cy-
bersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to bol-
ster security against acts of terrorism and other home-
land security threats, including by maintaining a clear-
inghouse of security guidance, best practices, and other
voluntary content developed by the Agency or aggre-
gated from trusted sources, and for other purposes,
with an amendment.
Filed August 14, 2020
H. Rpt. 116–478 State and Local Cybersecurity Improvement Act
H.R. 5823 To establish a program to make grants to States to ad-
dress cybersecurity risks and cybersecurity threats to
information systems of State, local, Tribal, or terri-
torial governments, and for other purposes, with an
amendment.
Filed August 18, 2020
H. Rpt. 116–498, Pt. I DHS Blue Campaign Enhancement Act
H.R. 5804 To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to enhance
the Blue Campaign of the Department of Homeland
Security, and for other purposes, with an amendment.
Filed September 11, 2020
H. Rpt. 116–471, Pt. II DHS Illicit Cross-Border Tunnel Defense Act
H.R. 5828 This supplemental report shows the adopted legislative
text (as amended) with respect to the bill (H.R.5828),
as reported, that was incorrectly included in part 1 of
the report submitted on August 7, 2020.
Filed December 10, 2020
H. Rpt. 116–683, Pt. I National Commission on Online Platforms and Home-
H.R. 4782 land Security Act
To establish a national commission on online platforms
and homeland security, and for other purposes.
Filed December 21, 2020
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APPENDIX V
Presidential Messages, Executive
Communications, Memorials, and Petitions
EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS
Executive Communication 819
April 29, 2019—Letter from Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs, Depart-
ment of Homeland Security, transmitting the Department’s Final Emergency In-
terim Report CBP Families and Children Care Panel, April 16, 2019.
Executive Communication 942
May 8, 2019—Letter from Assistant for Legislative Affairs, Department of Home-
land Security, transmitting twelve legislative proposals that support the President’s
Fiscal Year 2020 Budget request for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Executive Communication 1294
June 12, 2019—Letter from Chief, Border Security Regulations Branch, U.S. Cus-
toms and Border Protection, Department of Homeland, transmitting the Depart-
ment’s final rule—Conforming Amendments to the U.S. Asia-Pacific Economic Co-
operation (APEC) Business Travel Card Program Regulations [CBP Dec. 19–05]
(RIN: 1651–AB24) received June 6, 2019, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Pub L.
104–121{ 251; (110 Stat. 868).
Executive Communication 1419
June 24, 2019—Letter from Chief, Border Security Regulations Branch, U.S. Cus-
toms and Border Protection, Department of Homeland, transmitting the Depart-
ment’s final rule—Flights to and from Cuba [Docket No.: USCBP–2016–0015] (RIN:
1651–AB10) received June 20, 2019, pursuant 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Pub L. 104–
121{ 251; (110 Stat. 868).
Executive Communication 1467
June 27, 2019—Letter from Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, Depart-
ment of Homeland Security, transmitting the Department’s Office for Civil Rights
and Civil Liberties: Semiannual Report to Congress, Third and Fourth Quarters, FY
2018 (April 1, 2018—September 30, 2018), pursuant to 6 U.S.C. 345(b); and 42
U.S.C. 2000ee–1.
Executive Communication 1512
July 12, 2019—Letter from Assistant for Legislative Affairs, Department of Home-
land Security, transmitting draft legislation to provide the U.S. Department of
Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency with the authority it
needs to identify and mitigate cybersecurity vulnerabilities within our nation’s crit-
ical infrastructure.
Executive Communication 1964
August 27, 2019—Letter from Acting Deputy Assistant Director, Office of Policy
and Planning, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Department of Homeland
Security, transmitting the Department’s Major final rule—Apprehension, Proc-
essing, Care, and Custody of Alien Minors and Unaccompanied Alien Children (RIN:
1653–AA75; 0970–AC42] received August 20, 2019, pursuant 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A);
Pub L. 104–121{ 251; (110 Stat. 868).
Executive Communication 2878
November 8, 2019—Letter from Chief Privacy Officer, Acting, Department of
Homeland Security, transmitting the Department’s Privacy Office 2019 Annual Re-
port to Congress, pursuant to 6 U.S.C. 142(a)(6); Pub. L. 107–296, Sec. 222(a)(6) (as
amended by Pub. L. 108–458,} 8305); (118 Stat. 3868).
Executive Communication 3050
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November 20, 2019—Letter from Chief Privacy Officer, Acting, Department of
Homeland Security, transmitting the Department’s Privacy Office 2018 Data Mining
Report to Congress, pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 2000ee–3(c)(1); Pub. L. 110–53, {804(c)(1);
(121 Stat. 363).
Executive Communication 3686
February 2, 2020—Letter from Chief Privacy Officer, Acting, Department of
Homeland Security, transmitting the Department’s Privacy Office Fiscal Year 2019
Second Semiannual Report to Congress for the period April 1, through September
30, 2019.
Executive Communication 4161
March 19, 2020—Letter from Deputy Chief Counsel for Regulations and Security
Standards, Office of the Chief Counsel, Department of Homeland Security, transmit-
ting the Department’s Major final rule—Security Training for Surface Transpor-
tation Employees [Docket No.: TSA–2015–0001] (RIN: 1652–AA55) received March
12, 2020, pursuant 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Pub L. 104–121{ 251; (110 Stat. 868).
Executive Communication 4531
June 18, 2020—Letter from Chief, Trade and Commercial Regulations Branch,
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security, transmit-
ting the Department’s final rule—Announcement of Vessel Manifest Confidentiality
Online Application and Update of Mailing and Email Addresses for Submission of
Vessel Manifest Confidentiality Certifications (RIN: 1651–AB36) received May 28,
2020, pursuant 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Pub L. 104–121{ 251; (110 Stat. 868).
Executive Communication 4615
June 29, 2020—Letter from Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of the General Counsel,
Department of Homeland Security, transmitting the Department’s final rule—Dis-
closure of Information in Litigation received June 12, 2020, pursuant 5 U.S.C.
801(a)(1)(A); Pub L. 104–121{ 251; (110 Stat. 868).
Executive Communication 5269
September 14, 2020—Letter from Chief Privacy Officer and Chief FOIA Officer,
Department of Homeland Security, transmitting the Department’s Privacy Office
Fiscal Year 2020 Semiannual Report to Congress for the period October 1, through
March 31, 2020.
Executive Communication 5407
October 2, 2020—Letter from Chief Privacy Officer and Chief FOIA Officer, De-
partment of Homeland Security, transmitting the Department’s Privacy Office’s So-
cial Security Number Fraud Prevention Act Report to Congress for 2020.
MEMORIALS
Memorial 8
March 14, 2019—Memorial of the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of
Kentucky, relative to House Resolution No. 122, commending and supporting the
President of the United States and his decision to secure our borders by declaring
a national emergency and commending and thanking the men and women of the
United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Memorial 28
April 18, 2019—Memorial of the Senate of the State of Texas, relative to Senate
Resolution No. 535, expressing dissatisfaction with the United States Congress’ in-
adequate efforts to fully fund the operational security of the Texas-Mexico inter-
national border.
Memorial 56
May 20, 2019—Memorial of the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, relative
to Senate Resolution 114, urging Congress to pass funding legislation that will se-
cure the southern border of the United States.
Memorial 120
July 23, 2019—Memorial of the Legislature of the State of Utah, relative to House
Resolution 3, urging a humane response to the humanitarian crises at the U.S.-Mex-
ico border.
PETITIONS
Petition 35
August 2, 2019—Petition of Mr. Gregory D. Watson, a citizen of Austin, TX, rel-
ative to urging Congress to enact legislation that would earmark for the construc-
tion and maintenance of physical barriers between the United States, and nations
with which the United States shares land borders, the monetary proceeds generated
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from the disposition of seized or forfeited assets once used as accessories in the com-
mission of crimes which were in violation of Federal law.
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APPENDIX VI
Committee Staff
MAJORITY STAFF
Hope E. Goins, Staff Director
Melissa Alvarado, Professional Staff Member
Brooke Barker, Digital Director
Moira Bergin, Subcommittee Director and Counsel, Subcommittee
on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation
Lisa Canini, Subcommittee Director, Subcommittee on Oversight,
Management, and Accountability
Alexandra Carnes, Subcommittee Director, Subcommittee on Border
Security, Facilitation, and Operations
Brittany Carr, Senior Professional Staff Member
Marcus Clark, Security Director
Rosaline Cohen, Chief Counsel
Kenyatta Collins, Staff Assistant
Adam Comis, Communications Director
Lydia Dennett, Professional Staff Member
Aryn C. Ehlow, Professional Staff Member
Alice Hayes, Research Assistant
Claytrice Henderson, Research Assistant
Leon Horton, IV, Legislative Counsel
Christian M. Hollowell, Legislative and Executive Assistant
Jenna Hopkins, Professional Staff Member
Nzinga Dyson, Legislative Counsel
Naveed Jazayeri, Professional Staff Member
Camisha Johnson, Professional Staff Member
Laura Kupe, Counsel
Andrea Lee, Policy Advisor
Lucinda Lessley, Senior Advisor
Geremiah Lofton, Subcommittee Clerk
Devin Lynch, Professional Staff Member
Alex Marston, Subcommittee Director, Subcommittee on Transpor-
tation and Maritime Security
Brieana Marticorena, Professional Staff Member
Lauren McClain, Subcommittee Director, Subcommittee on Emer-
gency Preparedness, Response and Recovery
Ethan McClelland, Parliamentarian
Earvin Miers, Scheduler
Jessica Myers, Deputy Press Secretary
Alison Northrop, Oversight Director
Jonathan Parnes, Counsel
Sandeep Avinash Prasanna, Subcommittee Director and Counsel,
Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism
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Charles Shaw, Professional Staff
Alicia Smith, Counsel
Jack Solano, Counsel
Stephen Williams, Professional Staff Member
Matthew Wein, Professional Staff Member
MINORITY STAFF
Chris Vieson, Staff Director
Diana Bergwin, Subcommittee Director, Subcommittee on Emer-
gency Preparedness, Response and Recovery
Emily Bondi, Staff and Press Assistant
Meagan Devlin, Staff Assistant
Kathleen Crooks Flynn, Deputy General Counsel/Subcommittee Di-
rector, Subcommittee on Oversight and Management Account-
ability
Geoffrey Gosselin, Deputy Staff Director
Michael Kirlin, Deputy Staff Director
Kyle Klein, Subcommittee Director, Subcommittee on Transpor-
tation and Maritime Security
Kathleen Loden, Deputy Staff Director
Forrest McConnell, IV, General Counsel
Sarah Moxley, Subcommittee Director, Subcommittee on Sub-
committee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and In-
novation
Kyle Noyes, Professional Staff Member
Katherine Pointer, Director of Member Services
Michaela Sundermann, Press Secretary
Emily Trapani, Subcommittee Director, Subcommittee on Border Se-
curity, Facilitation, and Operations
Sydney White, Counsel
SHARED COMMITTEE STAFF
Natalie Nixon, Chief Administrative Officer
Ashleigh Phillips, Clerk
FORMER MAJORITY STAFF
Charles Carithers, Professional Staff Member
Wendy Clerinx, Professional Staff Member
Ike Hajinazarian, Deputy Press Secretary
Brandon Jones, Professional Staff Member
Taylor Jones, Subcommittee Clerk
Kyle McFarland, Security Director
Amanda Mims, Office Manager
Nicole Tisdale, Subcommittee Director and Counsel, Subcommittee
on Intelligence and Counterterrorism
Emmanuel Vega, Digital Director
Joel Walsh, Professional Staff Member
FORMER MINORITY STAFF
Mandy Bowers, Subcommittee Director, Subcommittee on Intel-
ligence and Counterterrorism
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Nicole Hager, Press Secretary
Colin Meehan, Professional Staff Member
Joshua Ronk, Professional Staff Member
FORMER SHARED COMMITTEE STAFF
Marc Johnson, Clerk
Nick Johnson, Clerk
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APPENDIX VII
Witnesses
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ADAMS, MICHAEL, Secretary of State, Commonwealth of Kentucky.
• FULL, Aug. 28, 2020, ‘‘Protecting America’s Democracy: Ensuring Every
Vote Counts.’’
ALBENCE, MATTHEW T., Acting Director, U.S. Immigration and
Customs Enforcement, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• BSFO, May 9, 2019, ‘‘A Review of the FY 2020 Budget Request for U.S. Cus-
toms and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement,
and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.’’
ALBERT, SYLVIA, Director of Voting and Elections, Common Cause.
• CIPI, Aug. 4, 2020, ‘‘Secure, Safe, and Auditable: Protecting the Integrity of
the 2020 Elections.’’
ALLEN, JOHN R., General (USMC-Ret.), Sub-Chair, Subcommittee
on the Prevention of Targeted Violence Against Faith-based
Communities, Homeland Security Advisory Council, U.S. De-
partment of Homeland Security.
• IC, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Ter-
rorism.’’
ALVAREZ, NAYDA, Private Landowner, La Rosita, Texas.
• BSFO, Feb. 27, 2020, ‘‘Examining the Effect of the Border Wall on Private
and Tribal Landowners.’’
ANDERSON, NATHAN, Acting Director, Homeland Security & Justice,
U.S. Government Accountability Office.
• FULL, Feb. 27, 2019, ‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Building
on the Progress of the CFATS Program.’’
ANZALDUA, REY, Private Landowner, Granjeno, Texas.
• BSFO, Feb. 27, 2020, ‘‘Examining the Effect of the Border Wall on Private
and Tribal Landowners.’’
AZELTON, AUNDREA, Chief Deputy, Randolph County Sheriff’s Of-
fice, Asheboro, North Carolina.
• IC, Oct. 28, 2019, field hearing in Greensboro, North Carolina, ‘‘Tackling
Human Trafficking: Assessing Federal, State and Local Information Sharing
Efforts.’’
—B—
BADANES, GINNY, Director, Strategic Projects, Defending Democ-
racy Program, Microsoft.
• CIPI, Nov. 19, 2019, ‘‘The Road to 2020: Defending Against Election Inter-
ference.’’
BAILEY, ANGELA, Chief Human Capital Officer, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security.
• OMA, Jan. 14, 2020, ‘‘Seventeen Years Later: Why is Morale at DHS Still
Low.’’
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• OMA, Feb. 27, 2020, ‘‘Building a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce to Meet
the Homeland Security Mission.’’
BALLARD, TIM, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Operation Un-
derground Railroad.
• BSFO, Mar. 26, 2019, ‘‘The Department of Homeland Security’s Family Sep-
aration Policy: Perspectives from the Border.’’
BARELA, JOHN, Chief Executive Officer, The Borderplex Alliance.
• BSFO, Apr. 30, 2019, ‘‘The Impacts of Trump Policies on Border Commu-
nities.’’
BARNES, VICTORIA EMERSON, Executive Vice President for Public
Affairs and Policy, U.S. Travel Association.
• TMS, Jun. 18, 2020, ‘‘Climbing Again: Stakeholder Views on Resuming Air
Travel in the COVID–19 Era.’’
BEIRICH, HEIDI, Ph.D., Co-Founder and Executive Vice President,
Global Project Against Hate and Extremism.
• IC, Jul. 16, 2020, ‘‘Assessing the Threat from Accelerationists and Militia
Extremists.’’
BENJAMIN, GEORGES C., MD, Executive Director, American Public
Health Association.
• EPRR, Jul. 10, 2020, ‘‘Management Pandemic Response: Confronting the
Unequal Impacts of COVID–19.’’
BENSON, JOCELYN, Secretary of State, State of Michigan.
• FULL, Aug. 28, 2020, ‘‘Protecting America’s Democracy: Ensuring Every
Vote Counts.’’
BERGEN, PETER, Vice President, Global Strategies & Fellows, New
America.
• FULL, Sep. 10, 2019, ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part I.’’
BICKERT, MONIKA, Head of Global Policy Management, Facebook.
• FULL, Jun. 26, 2019, ‘‘Examining Social Media Companies’’ Efforts to
Counter Online Terror Content and Misinformation.’’
BLAZE, MATT, McDevitt Chair of Computer Science and Law,
Georgetown University.
• CIPI, Nov. 19, 2019, ‘‘The Road to 2020: Defending Against Election Inter-
ference.’’
BOTTOMS, KEISHA LANCE, Mayor, Atlanta, Georgia.
• CIPI, Jun. 25, 2019, ‘‘Cybersecurity Challenges for State and Local Govern-
ments: Assessing How the Federal Government Can Help.’’
BOYD, KELLY, Access and Functional Needs Planner, Preparedness
Bureau/Emergency Management Section, New Jersey Office of
Emergency Management.
• EPRR, Jul. 23, 2019, field hearing in Jersey City, New Jersey, ‘‘Protecting
Every Citizen: Assessing Emergency Preparedness for Underserved Popu-
lations.’’
BRANÉ, MICHELLE, Director for Migrant Rights and Justice, Wom-
en’s Refugee Commission.
• BSFO, Mar. 26, 2019, ‘‘The Department of Homeland Security’s Family Sep-
aration Policy: Perspectives from the Border.’’
BRAUN, JAKE, Executive Director, Cyber Policy Initiative.
• FULL, Feb. 13, 2019, ‘‘Defending Our Democracy: Building Partnerships to
Protect America’s Elections.’’
BRENNAN, BRIDGET G., Special Narcotics Prosecutor, Office of the
Special Narcotics Prosecutor, New York, New York.
• IC & BSFO, Jul. 25, 2019, ‘‘Homeland Security Implications of the Opioid
Crisis.’’
BRYAN, WILLIAM, Senior Official Performing the Duties of the
Under Secretary, Science and Technology Directorate, U.S. De-
partment of Homeland Security.
• CIPI, Apr. 30, 2019, ‘‘Resourcing DHS’ Cybersecurity and Innovation Mis-
sions: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Request for the Cybersecu-
rity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Science and Technology Di-
rectorate.’’
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BUCCHERE, LOUIS V., Commanding Officer, Emergency Manage-
ment Section, New Jersey State Police.
• EPRR, Mar. 13, 2019, ‘‘Improving the Federal Response: Perspectives on the
State of Emergency Management.’’
• EPRR, Jul. 23, 2019, field hearing in Jersey City, New Jersey, ‘‘Protecting
Every Citizen: Assessing Emergency Preparedness for Underserved Popu-
lations.’’
BUCHANAN, BEN, Senior Faculty Fellow, Assistant Teaching Pro-
fessor, Center for Security and Emerging Technology, Mortara
Center, Georgetown University.
• I&C, Jun. 25, 2019, ‘‘Artificial Intelligence and Counterterrorism: Possibili-
ties and Limitations.’’
• CIPI, Oct. 22, 2019, ‘‘Preparing for the Future: An Assessment of Emerging
Cyber Threats.’’
BURKE, KEVIN, President and Chief Executive Officer, Airports
Council International-North America.
• TMS, Jun. 18, 2020, ‘‘Climbing Again: Stakeholder Views on Resuming Air
Travel in the COVID–19 Era.’’
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CALDAS, ASTRID, Senior Climate Scientist, Union of Concerned Sci-
entists.
• EPRR, Apr. 9, 2019, ‘‘Assessing the Homeland Security Impacts of a Chang-
ing Climate.’’
CHILTON, JIM, Private Landowner, Arivaca, Arizona.
• BSFO, Feb. 27, 2020, ‘‘Examining the Effect of the Border Wall on Private
and Tribal Landowners.’’
CILLUFO, FRANK J., Director, McCrary Institute for Cyber and Crit-
ical Infrastructure, Auburn University.
• CIPI, Jun. 25, 2019, ‘‘Cybersecurity Challenges for State and Local Govern-
ments: Assessing How the Federal Government Can Help.’’
COFFEY, LUKE, Director, Douglas and Sarah Allison Center for For-
eign Policy, The Heritage Foundation.
• TMS, Sep. 19, 2019, ‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Security
Priorities in the Arctic, Part I.’’
COGSWELL, PATRICIA F.S., Acting Deputy Administrator, Transpor-
tation Security Administration, U.S. Department of Homeland
Security.
• TMS, Oct. 29, 2019, ‘‘One Year Later: Implementation of the TSA Mod-
ernization Act.’’
CONROY, DONALD, Director, National Targeting Center, Passenger
Operations, U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
• IC & BSFO, Apr. 2, 2020, ‘‘Supporting a Fact-Based Approach to Preventing
Terrorist Travel to the United States.’’
COOPER, RODNEY, Executive Director, LaSalle Corrections.
• BSFO, Jul. 13, 2020, ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Examining ICE
Contractors’ Response to COVID–19.’’
COX, J. DAVID, National President, American Federation of Govern-
ment Employees, AFL–CIO.
• TMS, May 21, 2019, ‘‘The TSA Workforce Crisis: A Homeland Security Risk.’’
CUCCINELLI, KEN, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, Mar. 11, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Coronavirus: The Federal Response.’’
CUFFARI, JOSEPH V., Inspector General, U.S. Department of Home-
land Security.
• FULL, Jul. 15, 2020, ‘‘Children in CBP Custody: Examining Deaths, Medical
Care Procedures, and Improper Spending.’’
CURDA, ELIZABETH, Director, Education, Workforce, and Income Se-
curity, U.S. Government Accountability Office.
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• EPRR, Jul. 23, 2019, field hearing in Jersey City, New Jersey, ‘‘Protecting
Every Citizen: Assessing Emergency Preparedness for Underserved Popu-
lations.’’
CURRAO, THOMAS, Chief of Counterterrorism, Fire Department of
the City of New York.
• IC, May 6, 2019, field hearing in Staten Island, New York, ‘‘Local Efforts
to Counter the Terror Threat in New York City: A Retrospective and a Road-
map.’’
CURRIE, CHRIS, Director, Homeland Security and Justice Team,
Government Accountability Office.
• OMA, Apr. 3, 2019, ‘‘Ensuring Effective and Efficient Operations: A Review
of the Fiscal Year 2020 DHS Management Directorate Budget Request.’’
• OMA, Jan. 14, 2020, ‘‘Seventeen Years Later: Why is Morale at DHS Still
Low.’’
• FULL, Jun. 12, 2019, ‘‘Assessing FEMA’s Readiness for Future Disasters.’’
• EPRR, Jul. 11, 2019, ‘‘Road to Recovery: Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Is-
lands after Hurricanes Irma and Maria.’’
• OMA, Jul. 14, 2020, ‘‘Reviewing Federal and State Pandemic Supply Pre-
paredness and Response.’’
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D’SOUZA, VIJAY, Director, Information Technology and Cybersecu-
rity, U.S. Government Accountability Office.
• OMA, Oct. 17, 2019, ‘‘The Public’s Right to Know: FOIA at the Department
of Homeland Security.’’
DANAHER, FIONA S., MD, MPH, Pediatrician, Massachusetts Gen-
eral Hospital.
• FULL, Jul. 15, 2020, ‘‘Children in CBP Custody: Examining Deaths, Medical
Care Procedures, and Improper Spending.’’
DAVIS, GREG, Academy Training Coordinator, Texas Department of
Public Safety.
• OMA, May 16, 2019, ‘‘Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers: Preparing
America’s Law Enforcement to Protect the Homeland.’’
DI PIETRO, JOSEPH R. Chief Technology Officer, U.S. Secret Service,
U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, Jul. 10, 2019, ‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland
Security’s Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies, Part
I.’’
DIAMENT, NATHAN, Executive Director, Union of Orthodox Jewish
Congregations of America.
• IC, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Ter-
rorism.’’
DIMONDSTEIN, MARK, President, American Postal Workers Union.
• FULL, Aug. 28, 2020, ‘‘Protecting America’s Democracy: Ensuring Every
Vote Counts.’’
DOBBS, THOMAS, MD, MPH, State Health Officer, Mississippi State
Department of Health.
• EPRR, Mar. 10, 2020, ‘‘Community Perspectives on Coronavirus Prepared-
ness and Response.’’
DODARO, EUGENE L., Comptroller General, U.S. Government Ac-
countability Office.
• FULL, May 1, 2019, ‘‘Trouble at the Top: Are Vacancies at the Department
of Homeland Security Undermining the Mission?’’
DONOHUE, JOHN, Fellow, Miller Center for Community Protection
and Resiliency, Rutgers University.
• IC, Jul.16, 2020, ‘‘Assessing the Threat from Accelerationists and Militia Ex-
tremists.’’
DUFFY, THOMAS, Senior Vice President of Operations, Center for
Internet Security.
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• CIPI, Jun. 25, 2019, ‘‘Cybersecurity Challenges for State and Local Govern-
ments: Assessing How the Federal Government Can Help.’’
DURBIN, KEN, Senior Strategist, Symantec Corporation.
• CIPI, Oct. 22, 2019, ‘‘Preparing for the Future: An Assessment of Emerging
Cyber Threats.’’
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EASTMAN, ALEXANDER, L., MD, Senior Medical Officer for Oper-
ations, Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security.
• BSFO, Jan. 14, 2020, ‘‘Assessing the Adequacy of DHS Efforts to Prevent
Child Deaths in Custody.’’
EATON, JACKSON, Deputy Assistant Inspector General, Office of In-
spector General, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• TMS & the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties of the Com-
mittee on Oversight and Reform, Dec. 11, 2019, ‘‘Righting the Ship: The
Coast Guard Must Improve its Processes for Addressing Harassment, Bul-
lying, and Retaliation.’’
EGGLESTON, DAN, President and Chairman of the Board, Inter-
national Association of Fire Chiefs.
• EPRR, Apr. 9, 2019, ‘‘Assessing the Homeland Security Impacts of a Chang-
ing Climate.’’
ESTWICK, AMELIA, Faculty Program Director, Excelsior College.
• CIPI, May 21, 2020, ‘‘Growing and Diversifying the Cyber Talent Pipeline.’’
EZIKE, NGOZI O., MD, Director, Illinois Department of Public
Health, State of Illinois.
• FULL, Mar. 4, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Coronavirus: Perspectives on the Re-
sponse to a Pandemic Threat.’’
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FLINT, LAURENCE, MD, New Jersey Chapter Representative, Dis-
aster Preparedness Committee, American Academy of Pediat-
rics.
• EPRR, Jul. 23, 2019, field hearing in Jersey City, New Jersey, ‘‘Protecting
Every Citizen: Assessing Emergency Preparedness for Underserved Popu-
lations.’’
FUGATE, CRAIG, Senior Advisor, BlueDot Strategies.
• OMA, Jul. 14, 2020, ‘‘Reviewing Federal and State Pandemic Supply Pre-
paredness and Response.’’
FULGHUM, CHIP, Deputy Under Secretary for Management, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security.
• OMA, April 3, 2019, ‘‘Ensuring Effective and Efficient Operations: A Review
of the Fiscal Year 2020 DHS Management Directorate Budget Request.’’
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GAGLIOSTRO, REBECCA, Director, Security, Reliability, and Resil-
ience, Interstate Natural Gas Association of America.
• TMS & CIPI, Feb. 26, 2019, ‘‘Securing U.S. Surface Transportation from
Cyber Attacks.’’
GALLAGHER, MIKE, Co-Chair, Cyberspace Solarium Commission.
• CIPI, Jul. 17, 2020, ‘‘Defending Against Future Cyberattacks: Evaluating the
Cyberspace Solarium Commission Recommendations.’’
GALLOT, RICHARD J., President, Grambling State University.
• CIPI, May 21, 2020, ‘‘Growing and Diversifying the Cyber Talent Pipeline.’’
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GAMBLER, REBECCA, Director, Homeland Security and Justice, Gov-
ernment Accountability Office.
• OMA, Mar. 7, 2019, ‘‘CBP Workforce Challenges: Exploring Solutions to Ad-
dress Recruitment and Retention.’’
• IC & BSFO, Apr. 2, 2020, ‘‘Supporting a Fact-Based Approach to Preventing
Terrorist Travel to the United States.’’
• FULL, Jul. 15, 2020, ‘‘Children in CBP Custody: Examining Deaths, Medical
Care Procedures, and Improper Spending.’’
GAYNOR, PETER.
Acting Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency.
• OMA, Jan. 14, 2020, ‘‘Seventeen Years Later: Why is Morale at DHS Still
Low.’’
Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency.
• FULL, Jul. 22, 2020, ‘‘Examining the National Response to the Worsening
Coronavirus Pandemic, Part II.’’
GEORGE, ASHA M. , DRPH, Executive Director, Bipartisan Commis-
sion on Biodefense.
• EPRR, Oct. 17, 2019, ‘‘Defending the Homeland from Bioterrorism: Are We
Prepared?’’
GERBERDING, JULIE LOUISE, MD, Co-Chair, Commission on
Strengthening America’s Health Security, Center for Strategic
& International Studies.
• FULL, Mar. 4, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Coronavirus: Perspectives on the Re-
sponse to a Pandemic Threat.’’
GHILARDUCCI, MARK, Director, Governor’s Office of Emergency
Services, State of California.
• OMA, Jul. 14, 2020, ‘‘Reviewing Federal and State Pandemic Supply Pre-
paredness and Response.’’
GILLIGAN, JOHN, President and Chief Executive Officer, Center for
Internet Security, Inc.
• CIPI, Aug. 4, 2020, ‘‘Secure, Safe, and Auditable: Protecting the Integrity of
the 2020 Elections.’’
GLAWE, DAVID J., Under Secretary, Office of Intelligence and Anal-
ysis, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, Oct. 30, 2019, ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part II.’’
GOLDENBERG, PAUL, Sub-Chair, Subcommittee on the Prevention of
Targeted Violence Against Faith-based Communities, Home-
land Security Advisory Committee, U.S. Department of Home-
land Security.
• IC, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Ter-
rorism.’’
GOODMAN, JOHN, Chief Executive, Accenture Federal Services.
• OMA, Mar. 7, 2019, ‘‘CBP Workforce Challenges: Exploring Solutions to Ad-
dress Recruitment and Retention.’’
GOULD, AUSTIN, Assistant Administrator, Requirements and Capa-
bilities Analysis, Transportation Security Administration, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, Jul. 10, 2019, ‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland
Security’s Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies, Part
I.’’
GRAJEDA, MARCO, Director, New Mexico Border Authority, State of
New Mexico.
• OMA, Dec. 2, 2019, field hearing in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, ‘‘Promoting
Safe and Efficient Travel and Trade at America’s Land Ports of Entry.’’
GRACIA, J. NADINE, MD, MSCE, Executive Vice President and
Chief Operating Officer, Trust for America’s Health.
• EPRR, Mar. 10, 2020, ‘‘Community Perspectives on Coronavirus Prepared-
ness and Response.’’
GREENBLATT, JONATHAN, Chief Executive Officer, Anti-Defamation
League.
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• IC, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Ter-
rorism.’’
GULIANI, NEEMA SINGH, Senior Legislative Counsel, American Civil
Liberties Union.
• TMS, Jun. 18, 2020, ‘‘Climbing Again: Stakeholder Views on Resuming Air
Travel in the COVID–19 Era.’’
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HARRELL, BRIAN, Assistant Director, Infrastructure Security, Cy-
bersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, U.S. Depart-
ment of Homeland Security.
• IC, Feb. 26, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Terrorism,
Part II.’’
HASTINGS, BRIAN, Colonel, (Ret.-USAF), Director, Alabama Emer-
gency Management Agency, State of Alabama.
• FULL, Jul. 8, 2020, ‘‘Examining the National Response to the Worsening
Coronavirus Pandemic.’’
HASTINGS, BRIAN S., Chief, Law Enforcement Operations Direc-
torate, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol
• BSFO, Jan. 14, 2020, ‘‘Assessing the Adequacy of DHS Efforts to Prevent
Child Deaths in Custody.’’
HAWKINS, KATHERINE, Senior Legal Analyst, Constitution Project,
Project on Government Oversight.
• OMA, Sep. 26, 2019, ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Is DHS Doing
Enough?’’
HAWKINS, MONTE B., Director, National Vetting Center, U.S. Cus-
toms and Border Protection, U.S. Department of Homeland Se-
curity.
• IC & BSFO, Apr. 2, 2020, ‘‘Supporting a Fact-Based Approach to Preventing
Terrorist Travel to the United States.’’
HENTZ, ANDRE, Acting Deputy Under Secretary for Science and
Technology, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• CIPI, Mar. 11, 2020, ‘‘Resourcing DHS’ Cybersecurity and Innovation Mis-
sions: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request for the Cybersecu-
rity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Science and Technology Di-
rectorate.’’
HERRELL, DORIAN, Director, Office of Emergency Management and
Homeland Security, Newark, New Jersey.
• EPRR, Jul. 23, 2019, field hearing in Jersey City, New Jersey, ‘‘Protecting
Every Citizen: Assessing Emergency Preparedness for Underserved Popu-
lations.’’
HERRMANN, VICTORIA, President and Managing Director, The Arc-
tic Institute.
• TMS, Sep. 19, 2019, ‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Security
Priorities in the Arctic, Part I.’’
HICKS, THOMAS, Commissioner, U.S. Election Assistance Commis-
sion.
• FULL, Feb. 13, 2019, ‘‘Defending Our Democracy: Building Partnerships to
Protect America’s Elections.’’
HININGER, DAMON, President and CEO, CoreCivic.
• BSFO, Jul. 13, 2020, ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Examining ICE
Contractors’’ Response to COVID–19.’’
HINSON, JAMES EDWARD JR., Deputy Chief, Greensboro Police De-
partment, Investigative Bureau Commander.
• IC & BSFO, Jul. 25, 2019, ‘‘Homeland Security Implications of the Opioid
Crisis.’’
HOGG, LAUREN, Co-Founder, March for Our Lives.
• EPRR, Sep. 26, 2019, ‘‘Engaging the Community: Perspectives on School Se-
curity.’’
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HOLZER, JAMES V.M.L., Deputy Chief Freedom of Information Act
Officer, Privacy Office, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• OMA, Oct. 17, 2019, ‘‘The Public’s Right to Know: FOIA at the Department
of Homeland Security.’’
HOMAN, THOMAS, Former Acting Director, U.S. Immigration and
Customs Enforcement, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• BSFO, Nov. 19, 2019, ‘‘Examining the Human Rights and Legal Implications
of DHS’ ‘Remain in Mexico’ Policy.’’
HOWARD, ELIZABETH, Counsel, Democracy Program, Brennan Cen-
ter for Justice.
• FULL, Oct. 15, 2019, field hearing in Gurnee, Illinois, ‘‘Preparing for 2020:
How Illinois is Securing Elections.’’
HOWE, NILOOFAR RAZI, Senior Fellow, Cybersecurity Initiative,
New America.
• CIPI, Oct. 22, 2019, ‘‘Preparing for the Future: An Assessment of Emerging
Cyber Threats.’’
HUFFMAN, BENJAMINE, Acting Executive Assistant Commissioner,
Enterprise Services, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security.
• OMA, Mar. 7, 2019, ‘‘CBP Workforce Challenges: Exploring Solutions to Ad-
dress Recruitment and Retention.’’
HULTQUIST, JOHN, Director, Intelligence Analysis, FireEye.
• TMS & CIPI, Feb. 26, 2019, ‘‘Securing U.S. Surface Transportation from
Cyber Attacks.’’
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INGLESBY, TOM, MD, Director, Center for Health Security,
Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University.
• FULL, Mar. 4, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Coronavirus: Perspectives on the Re-
sponse to a Pandemic Threat.’’
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JOHNSON, CLIFF, Director, MacArthur Justice Center.
• FULL, Nov. 7, 2019, field hearing in Tougaloo, Mississippi, ‘‘Immigration
Raids: Impacts and Aftermath on Mississippi Communities.’’
JOHNSON, TAE, Assistant Director, Custody Management, Enforce-
ment and Removal Operations, U.S. Immigration and Customs
Enforcement, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• OMA, Sep. 26, 2019, ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Is DHS Doing
Enough?’’
JONES, YVONNE, Director of Strategic Issues, U.S. Government Ac-
countability Office.
• OMA, Feb. 27, 2020, ‘‘Building a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce to Meet
the Homeland Security Mission.’’
JOSCELYN, THOMAS, Senior Fellow, Foundation for Defense of De-
mocracies.
• FULL, Sep. 10, 2019, ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part I.’’
• IC, Jun. 24, 2020, ‘‘Examining the Threat from ISIS and Al Qaeda.’’
JUDD, BRANDON, President, National Border Patrol Council.
• OMA, Jun. 16, 2020, ‘‘Business as Usual? Assessing How DHS Can Resume
Operations Safely.’’
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KAIDANOW, TINA, Ambassador, Former Acting Assistant Secretary
of State for Political-Military Affairs, Former Coordinator for
Counterterrorism, U.S. Department of State.
• IC, Jun. 24, 2020, ‘‘Examining the Threat from ISIS and Al Qaeda.’’
KAMOIE, BRIAN, Associate Administrator for Mission Support, Fed-
eral Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security.
• OMA, May 9, 2019, ‘‘FEMA Contracting: Reviewing Lessons Learned from
Past Disasters to Improve Preparedness.’’
KARISCH, RODOLFO, Chief Patrol Agent, Rio Grande Valley Sector,
U.S. Border Patrol, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• OMA, Mar. 7, 2019, ‘‘CBP Workforce Challenges: Exploring Solutions to Ad-
dress Recruitment and Retention.’’
KELLEY, EVERETT, National President, American Federation of
Government Employees.
• OMA, Jun. 16, 2020, ‘‘Business as Usual? Assessing How DHS Can Resume
Operations Safely.’’
KELLY, JOHN V., Acting Inspector General, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security.
• OMA, May 16, 2019, ‘‘Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers: Preparing
America’s Law Enforcement to Protect the Homeland.’’
• TMS, May 21, 2019, ‘‘The TSA Workforce Crisis: A Homeland Security Risk.’’
KIERCE, W. GREG, Director, Jersey City Office of Emergency Man-
agement and Homeland Security, Jersey City, New Jersey.
• EPRR, Jan. 9, 2020, ‘‘Understanding the Importance of DHS Preparedness
Grants: Perspectives from the Field.’’
KING, ANGUS, Co-Chair, Cyberspace Solarium Commission.
• CIPI, Jul. 17, 2020, ‘‘Defending Against Future Cyberattacks: Evaluating the
Cyberspace Solarium Commission Recommendations.’’
KLAIN, RON, Former White House Ebola Response Coordinator.
• EPRR, Mar. 10, 2020, ‘‘Community Perspectives on Coronavirus Prepared-
ness and Response.’’
KLOCK, LOUIS P., Deputy Superintendent of Police, Port Authority
of New York and New Jersey.
• IC, May 6, 2019, field hearing in Staten Island, New York, ‘‘Local Efforts
to Counter the Terror Threat in New York City: A Retrospective and a Road-
map.’’
KNAKE, ROBERT, Senior Fellow, The Council on Foreign Relations.
• CIPI, Oct. 22, 2019, ‘‘Preparing for the Future: An Assessment of Emerging
Cyber Threats.’’
KNOWLES, MICHAEL, President, Local 1924, Special Representative,
National Citizenship and Immigration Services Council 119,
American Federation of Government Employees.
• BSFO, Nov. 19, 2019, ‘‘Examining the Human Rights and Legal Implications
of DHS’ ‘Remain in Mexico’ Policy.’’
KOLASKY, BOB, Director, National Risk Management Center, Cy-
bersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, U.S. Depart-
ment of Homeland Security.
• TMS & CIPI, Feb. 26, 2019, ‘‘Securing U.S. Surface Transportation from
Cyber Attacks.’’
• FULL, Oct. 16, 2019, ‘‘Public-Private Initiatives to Secure the Supply Chain’’
KONTOROVICH, EUGENE, Professor of Law, Antonin Scalia Law
School, George Mason University.
• IC, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Ter-
rorism.’’
KOPPISCH, LUKE, Deputy Director, Alliance Center for Independ-
ence.
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• EPRR, Jul. 23, 2019, field hearing in Jersey City, New Jersey, ‘‘Protecting
Every Citizen: Assessing Emergency Preparedness for Underserved Popu-
lations.’’
KREBS, CHRISTOPHER C., Director, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure
Security Agency, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, Feb. 13, 2019, ‘‘Defending Our Democracy: Building Partnerships to
Protect America’s Elections.’’
• CIPI, Apr. 30, 2019, ‘‘Resourcing DHS’ Cybersecurity and Innovation Mis-
sions: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Request for the Cybersecu-
rity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Science and Technology Di-
rectorate.’’
• CIPI, Mar. 11, 2020, ‘‘Resourcing DHS’ Cybersecurity and Innovation Mis-
sions: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request for the Cybersecu-
rity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Science and Technology Di-
rectorate.’’
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LEAF, BARBARA A., Ruth and Sid Lapidus Fellow, Director, Geduld
Program on Arab Politics, Washington Institute.
• FULL, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘U.S.-Iran Tensions: Implications for Homeland Secu-
rity.’’
LEE, MIKE, Sheriff, Scott County, Mississippi.
• FULL, Nov. 7, 2019, field hearing in Tougaloo, Mississippi, ‘‘Immigration
Raids: Impacts and Aftermath on Mississippi Communities.’’
LEVIN, BRIAN, Director, Center for the Study of Hate and Extre-
mism, California State University, San Bernardino.
• FULL, Sep. 10, 2019, ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part I.’’
LEVINE, DAVID, Elections Integrity Fellow, Alliance for Securing
Democracy.
• CIPI, Aug. 4, 2020, ‘‘Secure, Safe, and Auditable: Protecting the Integrity of
the 2020 Elections.’’
LEWIS, JAMES A., Senior Vice President, Center for Strategic and
International Studies.
• TMS & CIPI, Feb. 26, 2019, ‘‘Securing U.S. Surface Transportation from
Cyber Attacks.’’
LINTON, JULIE M., MD, Co-Chair, Immigrant Health Special Inter-
est Group, American Academy of Pediatrics.
• BSFO, Mar. 26, 2019, ‘‘The Department of Homeland Security’s Family Sep-
aration Policy: Perspectives from the Border.’’
LONG, CHRISTINE S., Executive Director, North Carolina Human
Trafficking Commission.
• IC, Oct. 28, 2019, field hearing in Greensboro, North Carolina, ‘‘Tackling
Human Trafficking: Assessing Federal, State and Local Information Sharing
Efforts.’’
LYTTLE, LANCE, Managing Director, Aviation Division, Port of Se-
attle.
• TMS, May 21, 2019, ‘‘The TSA Workforce Crisis: A Homeland Security Risk.’’
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MACNAB, J.J., Fellow, Program on Extremism, The George Wash-
ington University.
• IC, Jul.16, 2020, ‘‘Assessing the Threat from Accelerationists and Militia Ex-
tremists.’’
MAK, MARIE, Director for Contracting and National Security Acqui-
sitions, Government Accountability Office.
• OMA, May 9, 2019, ‘‘FEMA Contracting: Reviewing Lessons Learned from
Past Disasters to Improve Preparedness.’’
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• TMS, Feb. 5, 2020, ‘‘ The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Security Pri-
orities in the Arctic, Part II.’’
MANCHA, HECTOR A. JR., Director, El Paso Field Operations, U.S.
Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Department of Homeland
Security.
• OMA, Dec. 2, 2019, field hearing in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, ‘‘Promoting
Safe and Efficient Travel and Trade at America’s Land Ports of Entry.’’
MANNING, TIMOTHY, President and Chief Executive Officer,
Berglind-Manning L.C.
• EPRR, Apr. 9, 2019, ‘‘Assessing the Homeland Security Impacts of a Chang-
ing Climate.’’
MAPLES, JARED, Director, Office of Homeland Security and Pre-
paredness, State of New Jersey.
• EPRR, Sep. 26, 2019, ‘‘Engaging the Community: Perspectives on School Se-
curity.’’
MARQUARDT, SCOTT, President and CEO, Management & Training
Corporation.
• BSFO, Jul. 13, 2020, ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Examining ICE
Contractors’ Response to COVID–19.’’
MARRERO, OMAR J., Executive Director, Central Office for Recovery,
Reconstruction, and Resilience, Puerto Rico.
• EPRR, Jul. 11, 2019, ‘‘Road to Recovery: Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Is-
lands after Hurricanes Irma and Maria.’’
MARTINEZ-PRATHER, KATHY, Director, Texas School Safety Center,
State of Texas.
• EPRR, Sep. 26, 2019, ‘‘Engaging the Community: Perspectives on School Se-
curity.’’
MARTINEZ, RONNIE A., Special Agent in Charge, Homeland Security
Investigations Charlotte, U.S. Immigration and Customs En-
forcement, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• IC, Oct. 28, 2019, field hearing in Greensboro, North Carolina, ‘‘Tackling
Human Trafficking: Assessing Federal, State and Local Information Sharing
Efforts.’’
MASTERS, MICHAEL G., National Director and Chief Executive Offi-
cer, Secure Community Network.
• EPRR, Jan. 9, 2020, ‘‘Understanding the Importance of DHS Preparedness
Grants: Perspectives from the Field.’’
MASTERSON, MATTHEW, Senior Cybersecurity Advisor, Cybersecu-
rity and Infrastructure Security Agency, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security.
• FULL, Oct. 15, 2019, field hearing in Gurnee, Illinois, ‘‘Preparing for 2020:
How Illinois is Securing Elections.’’
MAY, CLIFFORD D., Founder and President, Foundation for the De-
fense of Democracies.
• IC, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Ter-
rorism.’’
MAYER, ROBERT, Senior Vice President, Cybersecurity, United
States Telecom Association.
• FULL, Oct. 16, 2019, ‘‘Public-Private Initiatives to Secure the Supply
Chain.’’
MCALEENAN, KEVIN K., U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, May 22, 2019, A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Request for
the Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, Oct. 30, 2019, ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part II.’’
MCALLISTER, MICHAEL, Vice Admiral, Deputy Commandant for
Mission Support, U.S. Coast Guard.
• TMS & the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties of the Com-
mittee on Oversight and Reform, Dec. 11, 2019, ‘‘Righting the Ship: The
Coast Guard Must Improve its Processes for Addressing Harassment, Bul-
lying, and Retaliation.’’
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MCCAULEY, SONDRA, Assistant Inspector General for Audits, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security, Office of Inspector General.
• IC & BSFO, Jul. 25, 2019, ‘‘Homeland Security Implications of the Opioid
Crisis.’’
MCGARRITY, MICHAEL, Assistant Director for the Counterterrorism
Division, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Department of
Justice.
• FULL, May 8, 2019, ‘‘Confronting the Rise of Domestic Terrorism in the
Homeland.’’
MCGUIRE, MICHAEL T., Major General (USAF), Adjutant General
for Arizona, Director, Department of Emergency and Military
Affairs, State of Arizona.
• BSFO, Jun. 20, 2019, ‘‘Examining the Department of Defense’s Deployment
to the U.S.-Mexico Border.’’
MCREYNOLDS, AMBER, Chief Executive Officer, National Vote at
Home Institute.
• CIPI, Aug. 4, 2020, ‘‘Secure, Safe, and Auditable: Protecting the Integrity of
the 2020 Elections.’’
MECKLEY, TAMMY, Associate Director, Immigration Records and
Identity Services Directorate, U.S. Citizenship and Immigra-
tion Services, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• OMA, Oct. 17, 2019, ‘‘The Public’s Right to Know: FOIA at the Department
of Homeland Security.’’
MEDINA, ODEL, Pastor, St. Anne Catholic Church, Carthage, Mis-
sissippi.
• FULL, Nov. 7, 2019, field hearing in Tougaloo, Mississippi, ‘‘Immigration
Raids: Impacts and Aftermath on Mississippi Communities.’’
MERRILL, JOHN, Secretary of State, State of Alabama.
• FULL, Feb. 13, 2019, ‘‘Defending Our Democracy: Building Partnerships to
Protect America’s Elections.’’
MESKILL, KIRSTEN, Director, Corporate Security, BASF, on behalf
of American Chemistry Council.
• CIPI, Mar. 12, 2019, ‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Stake-
holders Perspectives on Improving the CFATS Program.’’
MILES, JERE, Special Agent in Charge, Homeland Security Inves-
tigations, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, Nov. 7, 2019, field hearing in Tougaloo, Mississippi, ‘‘Immigration
Raids: Impacts and Aftermath on Mississippi Communities.’’
MILLER-IDRISS, CYNTHIA, Director, International Training and Edu-
cation Program, School of Education, American University.
• IC & the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and International Ter-
rorism of the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Sep. 18, 2019, ‘‘Meeting the
Challenge of White Nationalist Terrorism at Home and Abroad.’’
MILLER, CHRISTOPHER, Director, National Counterterrorism Center.
• FULL, Sep. 17, 2020, ‘‘Worldwide Threats to the Homeland.’’
MILLER, JOHN J., Deputy Commissioner, Intelligence and Counter-
terrorism, New York City Police Department.
• IC, May 6, 2019, field hearing in Staten Island, New York, ‘‘Local Efforts
to Counter the Terror Threat in New York City: A Retrospective and a Road-
map.’’
• EPRR, Jan. 9, 2020, ‘‘Understanding the Importance of DHS Preparedness
Grants: Perspectives from the Field.’’
• IC, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Ter-
rorism.’’
MILLER, JOHN S., Vice President of Policy and Senior Counsel, In-
formation and Technology Industry Council.
• FULL, Oct. 16, 2019, ‘‘Public-Private Initiatives to Secure the Supply Chain’’
MINA, PETER, Deputy Officer for Programs and Compliance, Office
of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, U.S. Department of Home-
land Security
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• FULL, Feb. 6, 2020, ‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland
Security’s Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies, Part
II.’’
MITCHELL, ROGER, MD, Chief Medical Examiner, Washington, D.C.
• FULL, Jul. 15, 2020, ‘‘Children in CBP Custody: Examining Deaths, Medical
Care Procedures, and Improper Spending.’’
MORAWETZ, JOHN, Health and Safety Representative, International
Chemical Workers Union Council.
• CIPI, Mar. 12, 2019, ‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Stake-
holders Perspectives on Improving the CFATS Program.’’
MORELL, MICHAEL, Former Acting & Deputy Director, Central In-
telligence Agency.
• IC, Jun. 24, 2020, ‘‘Examining the Threat from ISIS and Al Qaeda.’’
MURPHY, BRIAN, Principal Deputy Under Secretary, Office of Intel-
ligence and Analysis, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, May 8, 2019, ‘‘Confronting the Rise of Domestic Terrorism in the
Homeland.’’
MURPHY, MICHAEL, Deputy Assistant Secretary for European and
Eurasian Affairs, U.S. Department of State.
• TMS, Feb. 5, 2020, ‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Security Pri-
orities in the Arctic, Part II.’’
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NAKAMOTO, JENNI, Founder and President, The Nakamoto Group,
LLC.
• OMA, Sep. 26, 2019, ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Is DHS Doing
Enough?’’
NAPIER, MARK, Sheriff, Pima County, Arizona on behalf of the
Southwestern Border Sheriff’s Coalition.
• BSFO, Apr. 30, 2019, ‘‘The Impacts of Trump Policies on Border Commu-
nities.’’
NAZARIAN, SHARON, Senior Vice President, International Affairs,
Anti-Defamation League.
• IC & the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and International Ter-
rorism of the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Sep. 18, 2019, ‘‘Meeting the
Challenge of White Nationalist Terrorism at Home and Abroad.’’
NEAL, JEFFREY, Senior Vice President, ICF.
• TMS, May 21, 2019, ‘‘The TSA Workforce Crisis: A Homeland Security Risk.’’
NELSON, JANAI, Associate Director and Counsel, NAACP Legal De-
fense and Educational Fund, Inc.
• FULL, Jun. 4, 2019, ‘‘Perspectives on TSA’s Policies to Prevent Unlawful
Profiling.’’
NELSON, SARA, International President, Association of Flight At-
tendants-Communication Workers of America.
• TMS, Jun. 18, 2020, ‘‘Climbing Again: Stakeholder Views on Resuming Air
Travel in the COVID–19 Era.’’
NEUMANN, ELIZABETH, Assistant Secretary, Threat Prevention and
Security Policy, Office of Strategy, Policy, and Plans, U.S. De-
partment of Homeland Security.
• IC, Feb. 26, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Terrorism,
Part II.’’
NEUWIRTH, CHRISTOPHER, Assistant Commissioner, Division of
Public Health Infrastructure, Laboratories, and Emergency
Preparedness, New Jersey Department of Health, State of New
Jersey.
• EPRR, Mar. 10, 2020, ‘‘Community Perspectives on Coronavirus Prepared-
ness and Response.’’
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NIELSEN, KIRSTJEN, Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Secu-
rity.
• FULL, Mar. 6, 2019, ‘‘The Way Forward on Border Security Committee on
Homeland Security.’’
NIXON, PAMELA, President, People Concerned About Chemical Safe-
ty.
•
CIPI, Mar. 12, 2019, ‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Stake-
holders Perspectives on Improving the CFATS Program.’’
NORRIS, NED JR., Chairman, The Tohono O’odham Nation.
• BSFO, Feb. 27, 2020, ‘‘Examining the Effect of the Border Wall on Private
and Tribal Landowners.’’
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O’CONNOR, ROBIN, Clerk, Office of the County Clerk, Lake County,
Illinois.
• FULL, Oct. 15, 2019, field hearing in Gurnee, Illinois, ‘‘Preparing for 2020:
How Illinois is Securing Elections.’’
OLIVARES, EFRÉN, Director, Racial and Economic Justice, Texas
Civil Rights Project.
• BSFO, Apr. 30, 2019, ‘‘The Impacts of Trump Policies on Border Commu-
nities.’’
OLSON, ERIK ROBERT, Vice President, Rail Security Alliance.
• TMS & CIPI, Feb. 26, 2019, ‘‘Securing U.S. Surface Transportation from
Cyber Attacks.’’
OTERO, FELIPE, Logistics Manager, TPI Composites.
• OMA, Dec. 2, 2019, field hearing in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, ‘‘Promoting
Safe and Efficient Travel and Trade at America’s Land Ports of Entry.’’
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PACHECO, JERRY, President, Border Industrial Association.
• OMA, Dec. 2, 2019, field hearing in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, ‘‘Promoting
Safe and Efficient Travel and Trade at America’s Land Ports of Entry.’’
PADILLA, ALEX, Secretary of State, State of California.
• FULL, Feb. 13, 2019, ‘‘Defending Our Democracy: Building Partnerships to
Protect America’s Elections.’’
PARDO, BRYCE, Ph.D., Associate Policy Researcher, RAND Corpora-
tion.
• IC & BSFO, Jul. 25, 2019, ‘‘Homeland Security Implications of the Opioid
Crisis.’’
PATRICK, TAMMY, Senior Advisor of Elections, Democracy Fund.
• FULL, Aug. 28, 2020, ‘‘Protecting America’s Democracy: Ensuring Every
Vote Counts.’’
PATTERSON, L. ERIC, Director, Federal Protective Service, U.S. De-
partment of Homeland Security.
• OMA, Jun. 11, 2019, ‘‘Federal Protective Service: Ensuring the Mission Is
Not Lost in Transition.’’
PEKOSKE, DAVID P., Administrator, Transportation Security Admin-
istration, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• TMS, Apr. 9, 2019, ‘‘Securing America’s Transportation and Maritime Sys-
tems: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Requests for the Transpor-
tation Security Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard.’’
• TMS, Mar. 11, 2020, ‘‘Securing America’s Transportation and Maritime Sys-
tems: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Requests for the Transpor-
tation Security Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard.’’
PEÑA, LAURA, Pro Bono Counsel, Commission on Immigration,
American Bar Association.
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• BSFO, Nov. 19, 2019, ‘‘Examining the Human Rights and Legal Implications
of DHS’ ‘Remain in Mexico’ Policy.’’
PEREZ, ROBERT E., Deputy Commissioner, U.S. Customs and Bor-
der Protection, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• BSFO, May 9, 2019, ‘‘A Review of the FY 2020 Budget Request for U.S. Cus-
toms and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement,
and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.’’
• BSFO, Sep. 30, 2020, ‘‘Examining DHS’ Management of Trusted Traveler
Programs.’’
PICCIOLINI, CHRISTIAN, Founder, Free Radicals Project.
• IC & the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and International Ter-
rorism of the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Sep. 18, 2019, ‘‘Meeting the
Challenge of White Nationalist Terrorism at Home and Abroad.’’
PICKLES, NICK, Senior Public Policy Strategist, Twitter, Inc.
• FULL, Jun. 26, 2019, ‘‘Examining Social Media Companies’ Efforts to
Counter Online Terror Content and Misinformation.’’
PODKUL, JENNIFER, Director of Policy, Kids in Need of Defense.
• BSFO, Mar. 26, 2019, ‘‘The Department of Homeland Security’s Family Sep-
aration Policy: Perspectives from the Border.’’
PRAETZ, NOAH, Former Director of Elections, Cook County, Illinois.
• FULL, Feb. 13, 2019, ‘‘Defending Our Democracy: Building Partnerships to
Protect America’s Elections.’’
PRITZKER, JAY ROBERT ‘‘J.B.’’, Governor, State of Illinois.
• FULL, Jul. 8, 2020, ‘‘Examining the National Response to the Worsening
Coronavirus Pandemic.’’
PROCTOR, SONYA T., Director, Surface Division, Office of Security
Policy and Industry Engagement, Transportation Security Ad-
ministration, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• TMS & CIPI, Feb. 26, 2019, ‘‘Securing U.S. Surface Transportation from
Cyber Attacks.’’
PROVOST, CARLA, Chief, U.S. Border Patrol, U.S. Customs and Bor-
der Protection, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• BSFO, Jun. 20, 2019, ‘‘Examining the Department of Defense’s Deployment
to the U.S.-Mexico Border.’’
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QUIROZ-LEWIS, LORENA, Lead Organizer, Working Together Mis-
sissippi, Mississippi Immigration Coalition.
• FULL, Nov. 7, 2019, field hearing in Tougaloo, Mississippi, ‘‘Immigration
Raids: Impacts and Aftermath on Mississippi Communities.’’
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RAKEMAN, JENNIFER, Ph.D., Assistant Commissioner and Labora-
tory Director, New York City Department of Health and Men-
tal Hygiene.
• EPRR, Oct. 17, 2019, ‘‘Defending the Homeland from Bioterrorism: Are We
Prepared?’’
RAVICH, SAMANTHA, Commissioner, Cyberspace Solarium.
• CIPI, Jul. 17, 2020, ‘‘Defending Against Future Cyberattacks: Evaluating the
Cyberspace Solarium Commission Recommendations.’’
RAY, CHARLES, Admiral, Vice Commandant, U.S. Coast Guard.
• TMS, Feb. 5, 2020, ‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Security Pri-
orities in the Arctic, Part II.’’
REARDON, ANTHONY, National President, National Treasury Em-
ployees Union.
• OMA, Mar. 7, 2019, ‘‘CBP Workforce Challenges: Exploring Solutions to Ad-
dress Recruitment and Retention.’’
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• OMA, Jun. 16, 2020, ‘‘Business as Usual? Assessing How DHS Can Resume
Operations Safely.’’
REAVES, STEVE, President, FEMA Local 4060, The American Fed-
eration of Government Employees.
• EPRR, Mar. 13, 2019, ‘‘Improving the Federal Response: Perspectives on the
State of Emergency Management.’’
REDD, STEPHEN C., MD, Deputy Director, Public Health Service
and Implementation Science, Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
• FULL, Mar. 11, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Coronavirus: The Federal Response.’’
RECTANUS, LORI, Director, Physical Infrastructure Team, U.S. Gov-
ernment Accountability Office.
• OMA, Jun. 11, 2019, ‘‘Federal Protective Service: Ensuring the Mission Is
Not Lost in Transition.’’
RENAUD, TRACY, Acting Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and Im-
migration Services, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• BSFO, May 9, 2019, ‘‘A Review of the FY 2020 Budget Request for U.S. Cus-
toms and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement,
and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.’’
ROMINE, CHARLES H., Ph.D., Director, Information Technology Lab-
oratory, National Institute of Standards and Technology.
• FULL, Jul. 10, 2019, ‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland
Security’s Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies, Part
I.’’
• FULL, Feb. 6, 2020, ‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland
Security’s Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies, Part
II.’’
ROTH, JOHN, Former Inspector General, U.S. Department of Home-
land Security.
• FULL, May 1, 2019, ‘‘Trouble at the Top: Are Vacancies at the Department
of Homeland Security Undermining the Mission?’’
ROTH, MARCIE, Chief Executive Officer, Partnership for Inclusive
Disaster Strategies.
• EPRR, Jul. 23, 2019, field hearing in Jersey City, New Jersey, ‘‘Protecting
Every Citizen: Assessing Emergency Preparedness for Underserved Popu-
lations.’’
RUSSELL, W. WILLIAM, Acting Director, Homeland Security and
Justice Team, U.S. Government Accountability Office.
• FULL, Jun. 4, 2019, ‘‘Perspectives on TSA’s Policies to Prevent Unlawful
Profiling.’’
Director, Homeland Security & Justice Team, U.S. Government Ac-
countability Office.
• TMS, Oct. 29, 2019, ‘‘One Year Later: Implementation of the TSA Mod-
ernization Act.’’
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SALESSES, ROBERT G., Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense,
Homeland Defense Integration and Defense Support of Civil
Authorities, U.S. Department of Defense.
• BSFO, Jun. 20, 2019, ‘‘Examining the Department of Defense’s Deployment
to the U.S.-Mexico Border.’’
SANBORN, JILL, Assistant Director, Counterterrorism Division, Fed-
eral Bureau of Investigation.
• IC, Feb. 26, 2020, ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Terrorism,
Part II.’’
SANCHEZ, JULIAN, Senior Fellow, Cato Institute.
• IC, Jun. 25, 2019, ‘‘Artificial Intelligence and Counterterrorism: Possibilities
and Limitations.’’
SANDVOSS, STEVE, Executive Director, Illinois Board of Elections.
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• FULL, Oct. 15, 2019, field hearing in Gurnee, Illinois, ‘‘Preparing for 2020:
How Illinois is Securing Elections.’’
SCHACHTER, MAX, Founder and CEO, Safe Schools for Alex.
• EPRR, Sep. 26, 2019, ‘‘Engaging the Community: Perspectives on School Se-
curity.’’
SCHNEBERK, TODD (Dr.) Assistant Professor of Emergency Medi-
cine, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern Cali-
fornia, on behalf of Physicians for Human Rights.
• BSFO, Nov. 19, 2019, ‘‘Examining the Human Rights and Legal Implications
of DHS’ ‘Remain in Mexico’ Policy.’’
SCHULTZ, KARL L., Admiral, Commandant, U.S. Coast Guard.
• TMS, Apr. 9, 2019, ‘‘Securing America’s Transportation and Maritime Sys-
tems: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Requests for the Transpor-
tation Security Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard.’’
• TMS, Mar. 11, 2020, ‘‘Securing America’s Transportation and Maritime Sys-
tems: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Requests for the Transpor-
tation Security Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard.’’
SEITZ, MARK, Bishop, Catholic Diocese of El Paso, Texas, U.S. Con-
ference of Catholic Bishops.
• BSFO, Apr. 30, 2019, ‘‘The Impacts of Trump Policies on Border Commu-
nities.’’
SEMO, ALINA M., Director, Office of Government Information Serv-
ices, National Archives and Records Administration.
• OMA, Oct. 17, 2019, ‘‘The Public’s Right to Know: FOIA at the Department
of Homeland Security.’’
SENTERFITT, MARTIN, Deputy Fire Chief, Director of Emergency
Management, Monroe County, Florida.
• EPRR, Mar. 13, 2019, ‘‘Improving the Federal Response: Perspectives on the
State of Emergency Management.’’
SFRAGA, MICHAEL, Director, Global Risk and Resilience, Polar In-
stitute, Wilson Center.
• TMS, Sep. 19, 2019, ‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Security
Priorities in the Arctic, Part I.’’
SHAH, UMAIR A., MD, Executive Director, Public Health, Harris
County, Texas.
• EPRR, Oct. 17, 2019, ‘‘Defending the Homeland from Bioterrorism: Are We
Prepared?’’ on behalf of the National Association of County and City Health
Officials.
• FULL, Jul. 8, 2020, ‘‘Examining the National Response to the Worsening
Coronavirus Pandemic.’’
SHAW, DIANA, Assistant Inspector General, Special Reviews and
Evaluations, Office of Inspector General, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security.
• OMA, Sep. 26, 2019, ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Is DHS Doing
Enough?’’
SHELTON, JASON, Mayor, Tupelo, Mississippi.
• FULL, Jul. 8, 2020, ‘‘Examining the National Response to the Worsening
Coronavirus Pandemic.’’
SIMPSON, WESLEY, Chief Operating Officer, International Informa-
tion System Security Certification Consortium, Inc.
• CIPI, May 21, 2020, ‘‘Growing and Diversifying the Cyber Talent Pipeline.’’
SINGH, SIM J., Senior Manager of Policy & Advocacy, The Sikh Co-
alition.
• FULL, Jun. 4, 2019, ‘‘Perspectives on TSA’s Policies to Prevent Unlawful
Profiling.’’
SLATER, DEREK, Global Director, Information Policy, Google.
• FULL, Jun. 26, 2019, ‘‘Examining Social Media Companies’ Efforts to
Counter Online Terror Content and Misinformation.’’
SLAUGHTER-HARVEY, CONSTANCE, President of the Board, Legacy
Education and Community Empowerment Foundation.
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• FULL, Nov. 7, 2019, field hearing in Tougaloo, Mississippi, ‘‘Immigration
Raids: Impacts and Aftermath on Mississippi Communities.’’
SOUFAN, ALI, Founder, The Soufan Group.
• FULL, Sep. 10, 2019, ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part I.’’
SPAULDING, SUZANNE, Commissioner, Cyberspace Solarium Com-
mission.
• CIPI, Jul. 17, 2020, ‘‘Defending Against Future Cyberattacks: Evaluating the
Cyberspace Solarium Commission Recommendations.’’
SPRAYBERRY, MICHAEL A., Director, North Carolina Emergency
Management, North Carolina Office of Recovery and Resil-
iency, State of North Carolina.
• EPRR, Jan. 9, 2020, ‘‘Understanding the Importance of DHS Preparedness
Grants: Perspectives from the Field.’’
STAMOS, ALEX, Adjunct Professor, Freeman Spogli Institute, Pro-
gram Director, Stanford Internet Observatory.
• IC, Jun. 25, 2019, ‘‘Artificial Intelligence and Counterterrorism: Possibilities
and Limitations.’’
STENGEL, RICHARD, Former Under Secretary of State, Public Diplo-
macy and Public Affairs, U.S. Department of State.
• CIPI, Nov. 19, 2019, ‘‘The Road to 2020: Defending Against Election Inter-
ference.’’
STEWART, VINCENT, Special Advisor, Middle East Media Research
Institute.
• FULL, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘U.S.-Iran Tensions: Implications for Homeland Secu-
rity.’’
STIER, MAX, President and CEO, Partnership for Public Service.
• OMA, Jan. 14, 2020, ‘‘Seventeen Years Later: Why is Morale at DHS Still
Low.’’
STROSSEN, NADINE, John Marshall Harlan II Professor of Law,
New York Law School.
• FULL, Jun. 26, 2019, ‘‘Examining Social Media Companies’ Efforts to
Counter Online Terror Content and Misinformation Committee on Homeland
Security.’’
SULTAN, AHMAD, Affiliated Researcher, Center for Long Term Cy-
bersecurity, School of Information, University of California,
Berkeley.
• CIPI, Jun. 25, 2019, ‘‘Cybersecurity Challenges for State and Local Govern-
ments: Assessing How the Federal Government Can Help.’’
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TATA, ANTHONY J., Brigadier General, (Ret.-USA), Chief Executive
Officer and President, Tata Leadership Group.
• FULL, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘U.S.-Iran Tensions: Implications for Homeland Secu-
rity.’’
TAYLOR, FRANK, General, (Ret.-USAF), Board Member, US
CyberDome, Former Under Secretary for Intelligence and
Analysis, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• CIPI, Nov. 19, 2019, ‘‘The Road to 2020: Defending Against Election Inter-
ference.’’
TINGSTAD ABBIE, Senior Physical Scientist, RAND Corporation.
• TMS, Sep. 19, 2019, ‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Security
Priorities in the Arctic, Part I.’’
TRAVERS, RUSSELL, Acting Director, National Counterterrorism
Center, Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
• FULL, Oct. 30, 2019, ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part II.’’
TRIMBLE, KATHERINE, Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Au-
dits, Office of the Inspector General, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security.
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• OMA, May 9, 2019, ‘‘FEMA Contracting: Reviewing Lessons Learned from
Past Disasters to Improve Preparedness.’’
TROUSDALE, KRISTIE, Deputy Director, Children’s Environmental
Health Network.
• EPRR, Apr. 9, 2019, ‘‘Assessing the Homeland Security Impacts of a Chang-
ing Climate.’’
TRULY, WILLIAM, Mayor, Canton, Mississippi.
• FULL, Nov. 7, 2019, field hearing in Tougaloo, Mississippi, ‘‘Immigration
Raids: Impacts and Aftermath on Mississippi Communities.’’
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VELA, ERIN THORN, Staff Attorney, Racial and Economic Justice
Program, Texas Civil Rights Project.
• BSFO, Nov. 19, 2019, ‘‘Examining the Human Rights and Legal Implications
of DHS’ ‘Remain in Mexico’ Policy.’’
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WAGNER, JOHN, Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner, Office
of Field Operations, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, Jul. 10, 2019, ‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland
Security’s Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies, Part
I.’’
• FULL, Feb. 6, 2020, ‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Homeland
Security’s Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Technologies, Part
II.’’
WALL, CARL L. II, Special Agent in Charge, Human Trafficking
Unit, North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation.
• IC, Oct. 28, 2019, field hearing in Greensboro, North Carolina, ‘‘Tackling
Human Trafficking: Assessing Federal, State and Local Information Sharing
Efforts.’’
WALTERS, THOMAS J., Director, Federal Law Enforcement Training
Centers, U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• OMA, May 16, 2019, ‘‘Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers: Preparing
America’s Law Enforcement to Protect the Homeland.’’
WARRICK, THOMAS S., Nonresident Senior Fellow, Atlantic Council.
• FULL, Jan. 15, 2020, ‘‘U.S.-Iran Tensions: Implications for Homeland Secu-
rity.’’
WATERS, JAMES R. Chief-Counterterrorism Bureau, New York City
Police Department.
• EPRR, Mar. 13, 2019, ‘‘Improving the Federal Response: Perspectives on the
State of Emergency Management.’’
WEN, LEANA, MD, Visiting Professor of Health Policy and Manage-
ment, Milken Institute School of Public Health Management,
George Washington University.
• EPRR, Jul. 10, 2020, ‘‘Pandemic Response: Confronting the Unequal Impacts
of COVID–19.’’
WIEGMANN, BRAD, Deputy Assistant Attorney General, National
Security, U.S. Department of Justice.
• FULL, May 8, 2019, ‘‘Confronting the Rise of Domestic Terrorism in the
Homeland.’’
WILLIAMS-OCTALIEN, ADRIENNE L., Director, Office of Disaster Re-
covery, Public Finance Authority, U.S. Virgin Islands.
• EPRR, Jul. 11, 2019, ‘‘Road to Recovery: Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Is-
lands after Hurricanes Irma and Maria.’’
WILLIS, CHAUNCIA, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Insti-
tute for Diversity and Inclusion in Emergency Management.
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• EPRR, Jul. 10, 2020, ‘‘Pandemic Response: Confronting the Unequal Impacts
of COVID–19.’’
WILSON, MIKE, PHD, National Director, Occupational and Environ-
mental Health Program, BlueGreen Alliance.
• CIPI, Mar. 12, 2019, ‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Stake-
holders Perspectives on Improving the CFATS Program.’’
WOLF, CHAD F., U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, Mar. 3, 2020, ‘‘A Review of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request for
the Department of Homeland Security.’’
• FULL, Sep. 17, 2020, ‘‘Worldwide Threats to the Homeland.’’
WORLEY, CANDACE, Vice President, Chief Technical Strategist,
McAfee.
• CIPI, May 21, 2020, ‘‘Growing and Diversifying the Cyber Talent Pipeline.’’
WRAY, CHRISTOPHER A., Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation,
U.S. Department of Justice.
• FULL, Oct. 30, 2019, ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part II.’’
• FULL, Sep. 17, 2020, ‘‘Worldwide Threats to the Homeland.’’
WULF, DAVID, Director, Infrastructure Security Compliance Divi-
sion, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, U.S.
Department of Homeland Security.
• FULL, Feb. 27, 2019, ‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Building
on the Progress of the CFATS Program.’’
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YOUNG-MCLEAR, KIMBERLY, Lieutenant Commander, Permanent
Commissioned Teaching Staff, U.S. Coast Guard.
• TMS & the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties of the Com-
mittee on Oversight and Reform, Dec. 11, 2019, ‘‘Righting the Ship: The
Coast Guard Must Improve its Processes for Addressing Harassment, Bul-
lying, and Retaliation.’’
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ZOLEY, GEORGE C., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The
GEO Group.
• BSFO, Jul. 13, 2020, ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Examining ICE
Contractors’’ Response to COVID–19.’’
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APPENDIX VIII
Printed Hearings
Number Title Date
116–1 ‘‘Defending Our Democracy: Building Partnerships Feb. 13, 2019
to Protect America’s Elections.’’
FULL
116–2 ‘‘Securing U.S. Surface Transportation from Cyber Feb. 26, 2019
Attack.’’
TMS & CIPI
116–3 ‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Build- Feb. 27, 2019
ing on the Progress of the CFATS Program.’’
FULL
116–4 ‘‘The Way Forward on Border Security.’’ Mar. 6, 2019
FULL
116–5 ‘‘CBP Workforce Challenges: Exploring Solutions Mar. 7, 2019
to Address Recruitment and Retention.’’
OMA
116–6 ‘‘Securing Our Nation’s Chemical Facilities: Stake- Mar. 12, 2019
holders Perspectives on Improving the CFATS
Program.’’
CIPI
116–7 ‘‘Improving the Federal Response: Perspectives on Mar. 13, 2019
the State of Emergency Management.’’
EPRR
116–8 ‘‘The Department of Homeland Security’s Family Mar. 26, 2019
Separation Policy: Perspectives from the Bor-
der.’’
BFSO
116–9 ‘‘Supporting a Fact-Based Approach to Preventing Apr. 2, 2019
Terrorist Travel to the United States.’’
IC & BSFO
116–10 ‘‘Ensuring Effective and Efficient Operations: A Apr. 3, 2019
Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 DHS Manage-
ment Directorate Budget Request.’’
OMA
116–11 ‘‘Securing America’s Transportation and Maritime Apr. 9, 2019
Systems: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020
Budget Requests for the Transportation Secu-
rity Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard.’’
TMS
116–12 ‘‘Assessing the Homeland Security Impacts of a Apr. 9, 2019
Changing Climate.’’
EPRR
116–13 ‘‘The Impacts of Trump Policies on Border Com- Apr. 30, 2019
munities.’’
BFSO
116–14 ‘‘Resourcing DHS’ Cybersecurity and Innovation Apr. 30, 2019
Missions: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020
Budget Request for the Cybersecurity and Infra-
structure Security Agency and the Science and
Technology Directorate.’’
CIPI
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Number Title Date
116–15 ‘‘Trouble at the Top: Are Vacancies at the Depart- May 1, 2019
ment of Homeland Security Undermining the
Mission?’’
FULL
116–16 ‘‘Local Efforts to Counter the Terror Threat in May 6, 2019 Staten
New York City: A Retrospective and a Road- Island, New York
map.’’
IC
116–17 ‘‘Confronting the Rise of Domestic Terrorism in May 8, 2019
the Homeland.’’
FULL
116–18 ‘‘FEMA Contracting: Reviewing Lessons Learned May 9, 2019
from Past Disasters to Improve Preparedness.’’
EPRR & OMA
116–19 ‘‘A Review of the FY 2020 Budget Request for U.S. May 9, 2019
Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigra-
tion and Customs Enforcement, and U.S. Citi-
zenship and Immigration Services.’’
BFSO
116–20 ‘‘Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers: Pre- May 16, 2019
paring America’s Law Enforcement to Protect
the Homeland.’’
OMA
116–21 ‘‘The TSA Workforce Crisis: A Homeland Security May 21, 2019
Risk.’’
TMS
116–22 ‘‘Growing and Diversifying the Cyber Talent Pipe- May 21, 2019
line.’’
CIPI
116–23 ‘‘A Review of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Request May 22, 2019
for the Department of Homeland Security.’’
FULL
116–24 ‘‘Perspectives on TSA’s Policies to Prevent Unlaw- Jun. 4, 2019
ful Profiling.’’
FULL
116–25 ‘‘Federal Protective Service: Ensuring the Mission Jun. 11, 2019
Is Not Lost in Transition.’’
OMA
116–26 ‘‘Assessing FEMA’s Readiness for Future Disas- Jun. 12, 2019
ters.’’
FULL
116–27 ‘‘Examining the Department of Defense’s Deploy- Jun. 20, 2019
ment to the U.S.-Mexico Border.’’
BSFO
116–28 ‘‘Artificial Intelligence and Counterterrorism: Pos- Jun. 25, 2019
sibilities and Limitations.’’
IC
116–29 ‘‘Cybersecurity Challenges for State and Local Jun. 25, 2019
Governments: Assessing How the Federal Gov-
ernment Can Help.’’
CIPI
116–30 ‘‘Examining Social Media Companies’’ Efforts to Jun. 26, 2019
Counter Online Terror Content and Misinforma-
tion.’’
FULL
116–31 ‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Home- Jul. 10, 2019
land Security’s Use of Facial Recognition and
Other Biometric Technologies.’’
FULL
116–32 ‘‘Road to Recovery: Puerto Rico and the U.S. Vir- Jul. 11, 2019
gin Islands after Hurricanes Irma and Maria.’’
EPRR
116–33 ‘‘Protecting Every Citizen: Assessing Emergency Jul. 23, 2019 Jersey
Preparedness for Underserved Populations.’’ City, New Jersey
EPRR
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116–34 ‘‘Homeland Security Implications of the Opioid Jul. 25, 2019
Crisis.’’
IC
116–35 ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part Sep. 10, 2019
I.’’
FULL
116–36 ‘‘The Challenge of White Nationalist Terrorism at Sep. 18, 2019
Home and Abroad.’’
FULL & Committee on Foreign Affairs’ Sub-
committee on Middle East, North Africa and
International Terrorism
116–37 ‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Secu- Sep. 19, 2019
rity Priorities in the Arctic, Part I.’’
TMS
116–38 ‘‘Engaging the Community: Perspectives on School Sep. 26, 2019
Security.’’
EPRR
116–39 ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Is DHS Sep. 26, 2019
Doing Enough?’’
OMA
116–40 ‘‘Preparing for 2020: How Illinois is Securing Elec- Oct. 15, 2019
tions.’’ Gurnee, Illinois
FULL
116–41 ‘‘Public-Private Initiatives to Secure the Supply Oct. 16, 2019
Chain.’’
FULL
116–42 ‘‘Defending the Homeland from Bioterrorism: Are Oct. 17, 2019
We Prepared?’’
EPRR
116–43 ‘‘The Public’s Right to Know: FOIA at the Depart- Oct. 17, 2019
ment of Homeland Security.’’
OMA
116–44 ‘‘Preparing for the Future: An Assessment of Oct. 22, 2019
Emerging Cyber Threats.’’
CIPI
116–45 ‘‘Tackling Human Trafficking: Assessing Federal, Oct. 28, 2019
State and Local Information Sharing Efforts.’’ Greensboro, North
IC Carolina
116–46 ‘‘One Year Later: Implementation of the TSA Mod- Oct. 29, 2019
ernization Act.’’
TMS
116–47 ‘‘Global Terrorism: Threats to the Homeland, Part Oct. 30, 2019
II.’’
FULL
116–48 Member Day Hearing Oct. 31, 2019
FULL
116–49 ‘‘Immigration Raids: Impacts and Aftermath on Nov. 7, 2019
Mississippi Communities.’’ Tougaloo, Mis-
FULL sissippi
116–50 ‘‘Examining the Human Rights and Legal Implica-
tions of DHS’ ‘‘Remain in Mexico’’ Policy.’’
BSFO, Nov. 19, 2019
116–51 ‘‘The Road to 2020: Defending Against Election In- Nov. 19, 2019
terference.’’
CIPI
116–52 ‘‘Promoting Safe and Efficient Travel and Trade at Dec. 2, 2019 Santa
America’s Land Ports of Entry.’’ Teresa, New Mex-
OMA ico
116–53 ‘‘Righting the Ship: The Coast Guard Must Im- Dec. 11, 2019
prove its Processes for Addressing, Harassment,
Bullying, and Retaliation.’’
TMS & Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil
Liberties of the Committee on Oversight and
Reform
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116–54 ‘‘Understanding the Importance of DHS Prepared- Jan. 9, 2020
ness Grants: Perspectives from the Field.’’
EPRR
116–55 ‘‘Assessing the Adequacy of DHS Efforts to Pre- Jan. 14, 2020
vent Child Deaths in Custody.’’
BSFO
116–56 ‘‘Seventeen Years Later: Why is Morale at DHS Jan. 14, 2020
Still Low.’’
OMA
116–57 ‘‘U.S.-Iran Tensions: Implications for Homeland Jan. 15, 2020
Security.’’
FULL
116–58 ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Jan. 15, 2020
Terrorism.’’
IC
116–59 ‘‘The Northern Northern Border: Homeland Secu- Feb. 5, 2020
rity Priorities in the Arctic, Part II.’’
TMS
116–60 ‘‘About Face: Examining the Department of Home- Feb. 6, 2020
land Security’s Use of Facial Recognition and
Other Biometric Technologies, Part II.’’
FULL
116–61 ‘‘Confronting the Rise in Anti-Semitic Domestic Feb. 26, 2020
Terrorism Part II.’’
IC
116–62 ‘‘Examining the Effect of the Border Wall on Pri- Feb. 27, 2020
vate and Tribal Landowners.’’
BSFO
116–63 ‘‘Building a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce to Feb. 27, 2020
Meet the Homeland Security Mission.’’
OMA
116–64 ‘‘A Review of the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Request Mar. 3, 2020
for the Department of Homeland Security.’’
FULL
116–65 ‘‘Confronting the Coronavirus: Perspectives on the Mar. 4, 2020
Response to a Pandemic Threat.’’
FULL
116–66 ‘‘Community Perspectives on Coronavirus Pre- Mar. 10, 2020
paredness and Response.’’
EPRR
116–67 ‘‘Securing America’s Transportation and Maritime Mar. 11, 2020
Systems: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2021
Budget Requests for the Transportation Secu-
rity Administration and the U.S. Coast Guard.’’
TMS
116–68 ‘‘Resourcing DHS’ Cybersecurity and Innovation Mar. 11, 2020
Missions: A Review of the Fiscal Year 2021
Budget Request for the Cybersecurity and Infra-
structure Security Agency and the Science and
Technology Directorate.’’
CIPI
116–69 ‘‘Confronting the Coronavirus: The Federal Re- Mar. 11, 2020
sponse.’’
FULL
116–70 ‘‘Business as Usual? Assessing How DHS Can Re- Jun. 16, 2020
sume Operations Safely.’’ Remote
OMA
116–71 ‘‘Climbing Again: Stakeholder Views on Resuming Jun. 18, 2020
Air Travel in the COVID–19 Era.’’ Remote
TMS
116–72 ‘‘Examining the Threat from ISIS and Al Qaeda.’’ Jun. 24, 2020
IC Remote
116–73 ‘‘Examining the National Response to the Wors- Jul. 8, 2020 Remote
ening Coronavirus Pandemic.’’
FULL
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116–74 ‘‘Pandemic Response: Confronting the Unequal Jul. 10, 2020 Remote
Impacts of COVID–19.’’
EPRR
116–75 ‘‘Oversight of ICE Detention Facilities: Examining Jul. 13, 2020 Remote
ICE Contractors’’ Response to COVID–19.’’
BFSO
116–76 ‘‘Reviewing Federal and State Pandemic Supply Jul. 14, 2020 Remote
Preparedness and Response.’’
OMA
116–77 ‘‘Children in CBP Custody: Examining Deaths, Jul. 15, 2020 Remote
Medical Care Procedures, and Improper Spend-
ing.’’
FULL
116–78 ‘‘Assessing the Threat from Accelerationists and Jul. 16, 2020 Remote
Militia Extremists.’’
IC
116–79 ‘‘Defending Against Future Cyberattacks: Evalu- Jul. 17, 2020 Remote
ating the Cyberspace Solarium Commission Rec-
ommendations.’’
CIPI
116–80 ‘‘Examining the National Response to the Wors- Jul. 22, 2020
ening Coronavirus Pandemic: Part II.’’ Remotely attended
FULL
116–81 ‘‘Secure, Safe, and Auditable: Protecting the Integ- Aug. 4, 2020 Remote
rity of the 2020 Elections.’’
CIPI
116–82 ‘‘Protecting America’s Democracy: Ensuring Every Aug. 28, 2020 Re-
Vote Counts.’’ motely attended
FULL
116–83 ‘‘Worldwide Threats to the Homeland.’’ Sep. 17, 2020 Re-
FULL motely attended
116–84 ‘‘Examining DHS’ Management of Trusted Trav- Sep. 30, 2020 Re-
eler Programs.’’ motely attended
BSFO
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APPENDIX IX
Committee Prints
Number Title
116–A Rules of the Committee on Homeland Security for the 116th
Congress.
116–B Compilation of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (Updated
through Pub. L. 115–387 (December 21, 2018)).
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APPENDIX X
Summary of Committee Activities
COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY
Total Bills Referred to Committee ......................................................................... 255
Public Laws .............................................................................................................. 13
Measures Signed Into Law ..................................................................................... 30
Measures Passed the House ................................................................................... 67
Measures Failed House Passage ............................................................................ 0
Measures Reported to the House ...........................................................................
Hearings Held:
Days of Hearings 89
Full Committee ................................................................................................. 26
Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism .................................... 10
Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability ................... 12
Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security ............................. 9
Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations ................. 11
Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innova-
tion ................................................................................................................. 10
Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery ........ 11
Witnesses:
Full Committee 79
Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism .................................... 36
Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability ................... 38
Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security ............................. 30
Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations ................. 37
Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innova-
tion ................................................................................................................. 42
Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery ........ 41
Total Persons Testifying .................................................................................. 303
Markups and Business Meetings Held (Days)/Measures Considered:
Full Committee ................................................................................................. 10/68
Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism .................................... 0/0
Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability ................... 0/0
Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security ............................. 0/0
Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations ................. 0/0
Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innova-
tion ................................................................................................................. 0/0
Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery ........ 0/0
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