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US HR1850

US HR1850
Supporting Research and Development for First Responders Act


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Introduced
03/11/2021
In Committee
03/18/2021
Crossed Over
07/21/2021
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 relating to the National Urban Security Technology Laboratory, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to designate the National Urban Security Technology Laboratory (NUSTL) as an additional laboratory under the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) authority. The NUSTL will be used to test and evaluate emerging technologies, conduct research and development, and provide technical advice to emergency response providers to help them prepare for and protect against terrorism threats. The bill also adds a new section to the Homeland Security Act that outlines the NUSTL's specific activities and responsibilities, and makes a clerical amendment to the table of contents.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (on 07/21/2021)

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