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This bill requires the Under Secretary of the Science and Technology Directorate within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop a department-wide policy to protect sensitive research and development information from unauthorized access or disclosure. The bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 by adding a new requirement for DHS to create safeguards for research and development acquisitions. It mandates a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report within one year that will assess DHS's compliance with National Security Presidential Memorandum-33 (NSPM-33) and related implementation guidance, including how the department reports disclosure violations to relevant executive agencies and intelligence community entities. The bill also requires the DHS Secretary to provide a congressional briefing within 90 days detailing the development of research and development security policies. The goal is to enhance the protection of sensitive research information and ensure proper security protocols are in place across the Department of Homeland Security.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/901/all-info