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This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a comprehensive training and support program for state, local, tribal, campus, and territorial law enforcement agencies to combat transnational repression. The bill defines transnational repression as actions by a foreign government or its agents that involve coercing, harassing, or threatening individuals in the United States, including efforts to suppress First Amendment rights or retaliate against individuals for exercising those rights. The Secretary of Homeland Security would be required to develop a training program through the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers to help law enforcement personnel identify and respond to such threats. The training would cover identifying instances of transnational repression, collecting and sharing relevant information, identifying potential targets or victims, and providing personal safety best practices. The bill also mandates community awareness briefings and requires the Homeland Security Department to conduct research and development to enhance law enforcement's ability to detect and respond to these threats. Additionally, the Comptroller General would be required to submit a report to Congress reviewing the implementation of these new provisions within two years of the act's enactment, ensuring accountability and ongoing assessment of the program's effectiveness.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2139/all-info