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Introduced
05/08/2019
05/08/2019
In Committee
07/24/2019
07/24/2019
Crossed Over
06/11/2019
06/11/2019
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
DHS Overseas Personnel Enhancement Act of 2019 DHS Overseas Personnel Enhancement Act of 2019 This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to annually brief the congressional homeland security committees regarding DHS personnel with primary duties that take place outside of the United States. DHS must submit to such committees a plan to enhance the effectiveness of DHS personnel at foreign locations.
AI Summary
This bill, the DHS Overseas Personnel Enhancement Act of 2019, directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to annually brief Congressional committees on DHS personnel stationed overseas, including details on their positions, geographic placement, training, and communication challenges. The bill also requires DHS to submit a plan to enhance the effectiveness of its overseas personnel, such as by improving collaboration with foreign partners, redeploying personnel in response to changing threats, and addressing counterintelligence risks. The briefing requirement terminates after 4 years.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Star Print ordered on report No. 116-97. (on 09/18/2019)
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