House Committee on Homeland Security

Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism Emergency Readiness Act of 2025

Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism Emergency Readiness Act of 2025 This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop and conduct an exercise to enhance collective domestic preparedness for and response to a terrorist attack during an extreme cold weather event (e.g., an event caused by a polar vortex when Arctic air expands southward). The scenario in the exercise must involve a terrorist attack causing cascading effects on critical infrastructure (i.e., systems and assets of vital importance to national security, public health, or safety) and must address how public and private entities can coordinate to mitigate such effects and bolster community resilience. Within 60 days after completion of the exercise, DHS must submit to Congress an after-action report including the initial findings of the exercise, plans for incorporating lessons learned into future operations, and any proposed legislative changes.

Reimbursable Screening Services Program Extension Act of 2026

Reimbursable Screening Services Program Extension Act of 2026 This bill extends the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Reimbursable Screening Services Program through FY2031. The bill also allows TSA to expand the pilot program to up to 14 locations, from the current limit of not more than 8 locations. The Reimbursable Screening Services Program is a pilot program that allows TSA to be reimbursed for establishing and providing screening services outside an airport terminal’s existing primary screening area for passengers.

Homeland Security Capabilities Preservation Reporting Act of 2026

Homeland Security Capabilities Preservation Reporting Act of 2026 This bill requires the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to submit a report to Congress every three years (current law requires only one report) regarding urban areas’ security capabilities previously supported with funding from the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) and at risk of being reduced or eliminated without additional federal assistance. FEMA’s UASI grants assist designated high-risk urban areas with developing and sustaining capabilities to prevent, prepare for, protect against, and respond to acts of terrorism. Each report must contain a proposal for FEMA to provide financial assistance for at least three consecutive years to urban areas previously receiving UASI funds to allow them to transition to other funding sources to preserve their security capabilities.

One-Stop Pilot Program Extension Act

One-Stop Pilot Program Extension Act This bill revises and extends the One Stop Security program of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Under this pilot program, eligible passengers and their checked baggage arriving in the United States from certain foreign airports with connecting flights may be eligible to continue without additional TSA security re-screening. The bill extends the pilot program through December 23, 2032, from the current December 23, 2028. The bill also revises the security requirements for excluding checked baggage from additional TSA security re-screening. Among other things, the bill specifies that a passenger must be unable to access their checked baggage until arrival at their final destination and that U.S. Customs and Border Protection must have received timely images of the baggage from the participating foreign airport prior to a passenger’s arrival in the United States.

Major Non-NATO Ally Terror Threat Assessment Act

Major Non-NATO Ally Terror Threat Assessment Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to provide Congress with an assessment of terrorism threats to the United States posed by foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) and Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs) present in countries operating or designated as major non-NATO allies. The assessment must include various elements, including (1) an identification of each FTO or SDGT present in each ally, (2) a description of all activities of each such FTO or SDGT within each ally, and (3) a description of efforts by the government of each ally to disrupt or degrade the activities of each such FTO or SDGT. There are currently 19 countries designated as major non-NATO allies (Argentina, Australia, Bahrain, Brazil, Colombia, Egypt, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Morocco, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Qatar, South Korea, Thailand, and Tunisia). Additionally, while Taiwan is not designated as a major non-NATO ally, federal law provides that it be treated as one for certain purposes.

Improving Travel for American Families Act

Improving Travel for American Families Act This bill directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to establish a pilot program to implement alternative security screenings for passengers traveling with children who are 12 years old and younger. Specifically, TSA must implement alternative security screening lanes and security screening approaches for passengers traveling with children in order to support and facilitate the ease of travel for these passengers. TSA must implement the pilot program at a minimum of five airports, with priority given to airports that have a high volume of passengers traveling with children.

ELO Realignment and Strategic Engagement Reform Act of 2026

ELO Realignment and Strategic Engagement Reform Act of 2026 This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop a comprehensive plan to reorganize its Engagement, Liaison, and Outreach (ELO) Office and submit such plan to Congress. The bill also limits certain DHS actions until DHS submits the plan to Congress and certifies that it is being implemented. ELO is part of DHS's Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A). ELO manages strategic relationships with I&A’s international stakeholders and federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and private sector partners, including by facilitating intelligence and information sharing. Under the bill, the plan must identify redundant or non-essential positions, programs, or functions within ELO; specify how reorganization of ELO will address such redundant or non-essential positions, programs, or functions; realign essential functions and personnel of ELO within the Partner Engagement directorate of I&A; and improve the management and coordination of strategic relationships with priority law enforcement agencies. Until DHS submits this plan to Congress and certifies that it is being implemented, DHS may not (1) expand the staffing, budget, or programmatic scope of ELO; or (2) establish new offices duplicating the mission of ELO or the Partner Engagement directorate without congressional authorization.

Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act

Measuring Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking Act This bill requires the components of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) engaged in the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl to collaborate and share relevant information and data with each other. The bill also requires DHS to establish performance metrics related to the detection, deterrence, and seizure of fentanyl for DHS and its components.

Improving Travel for Military Members Act

Improving Travel for Military Members Act This bill allows the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to establish a pilot program to expedite access to security screening for traveling active-duty military personnel and accompanying family members. In selecting airports to participate in the pilot program, TSA must give priority to airports in proximity to certain military installations.

SAFEGUARDS Act of 2026

Spending Aviation Fees for Equipment, Guaranteeing Upgraded and Advanced Risk Detection and Safety Act of 2026 or the SAFEGUARDS Act of 2026 This bill allocates additional funding for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for aviation security, including checked baggage explosives detection equipment and security checkpoint technology. As background, TSA collects passenger civil aviation security service fees (often referred to as the 9/11 security fee or passenger security fee) on air carrier passengers originating at airports in the United States. In general, these fees are deposited into the Department of the Treasury general fund and applied towards debt reduction. A portion of these fees are allocated to TSA for aviation security. The bill requires that the first $500 million collected in each fiscal year from passenger security fees be deposited into the Aviation Security Capital Fund. This is an increase from the currently required $250 million. This fund provides for the costs associated with acquiring and installing in-line baggage screening systems (i.e., systems that use a conveyor belt infrastructure to automatically screen, sort, and track baggage) to accommodate checked baggage explosives detection equipment and for certain other airport security improvements. The bill also requires that the next $250 million collected in each fiscal year from passenger security fees be deposited into a new Aviation Security Checkpoint Technology Fund for the costs associated with acquiring, installing, and sustaining aviation security checkpoint technology.

Fund Schools, Not ICE Act

The proposal would take money that was set aside for immigration enforcement but hasn't been spent yet and redirect it to the Department of Education to fund programs that help elementary and secondary schools, particularly those serving low-income students. This would shift federal funding from border and immigration operations to classroom resources and educational support. The bill is currently being reviewed by three congressional committees to determine whether it should move forward.

Original Resolution Honoring Transportation Security Officers for their Sacrifice and Dedication to Public Service During Federal Government Shutdowns

The measure recognizes and honors Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) who continue working without pay during federal government shutdowns to keep airports secure and maintain screening operations. TSOs are the security personnel who screen passengers and baggage at airport checkpoints across the country, and this resolution acknowledges their commitment to public safety even when they face financial hardship due to delayed paychecks during shutdowns.

United States Commission on an Open Society with Security Act of 2026

United States Commission on an Open Society with Security Act of 2026 This bill establishes the United States Commission on an Open Society with Security to study how the government may provide for both security in, and public access to, federal buildings and other federal property and sites. The commission shall examine (1) government and private security practices and proposals, building design, public space management, counterterrorism needs, and refurbishment of existing federal facilities; (2) the effect of access to public facilities and spaces on constitutional rights and civil liberties, economies of affected jurisdictions, architectural aesthetics, traffic and congestion, and employee job performance; (3) technology to augment or replace traditional modes of security; and (4) methods of assessing the risks posed by terrorism, balanced against the needs and values of open access.

Improving the Lives of the American People Act

I cannot provide an accurate summary because the bill's title and subjects are too vague to determine what specific policies it would actually implement. The referral to nearly every major congressional committee suggests this is either a broad omnibus bill covering many different policy areas, or a placeholder bill awaiting specific language to be added. Without knowing the actual provisions, I cannot explain in concrete terms what this bill would do or who it would affect.

Jewish American Security Act

The federal government would establish new programs and resources to combat antisemitism and hate crimes targeting Jewish Americans, including funding for security at Jewish institutions, education initiatives to counter antisemitic stereotypes, and coordination between law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute antisemitic incidents. The legislation would affect Jewish communities, schools, religious organizations, and federal agencies responsible for civil rights enforcement and public safety.

To codify Executive Order 14412, entitled "Securing the Nation Against Advanced Cryptographic Attacks".

The federal government would establish new rules to protect computer systems and sensitive data from advanced encryption-breaking attacks that could emerge in the future. This would require federal agencies and potentially contractors working with the government to upgrade their cybersecurity defenses and transition away from encryption methods that might become vulnerable to new technology. The measure affects government agencies, defense contractors, and companies that handle classified or sensitive federal information.

Critical Infrastructure Airspace Defense Act

The proposal would allow private companies that operate critical infrastructure—such as power plants, water treatment facilities, and airports—to use technology that detects and disables drones flying near their property. This would give these facility owners new tools to protect against unauthorized drone activity without having to wait for government permission each time. The measure is currently being reviewed by three House committees to determine how it fits with existing transportation, legal, and security laws.

Stop ANTIFA Act of 2026

The proposal would officially label Antifa—a decentralized anti-fascist movement rather than a traditional organization—as a domestic terrorist group, which would allow federal law enforcement to pursue participants more aggressively and potentially freeze their financial assets. It also includes broader measures to combat domestic terrorism and organized political violence, affecting how federal agencies investigate and prosecute people involved in such activities. The bill has been sent to multiple congressional committees for review but has not yet been voted on.

Protecting America from Chinese Cars Act of 2026

The proposal would ban cars and trucks with internet-connected technology from countries considered U.S. adversaries from being sold or imported into America, protecting national security by preventing foreign governments from potentially accessing vehicle data or controlling vehicles remotely. This would affect car manufacturers, dealerships, and consumers looking to buy vehicles, particularly those from countries like China and Russia. The measure is currently being reviewed by congressional committees to determine how it would work alongside existing trade and security laws.

OPEN Act

The proposal would require immigration enforcement agencies to be more transparent about their operations and hold officers accountable for misconduct, while also strengthening protections for people's civil rights during immigration enforcement actions. It would affect immigration officers, people being investigated or detained by immigration authorities, and the agencies responsible for enforcing immigration laws. The bill has been sent to two congressional committees for review and consideration.