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This bill establishes a Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Security Best Practices within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to support nonprofit and faith-based organizations and houses of worship. The Clearinghouse will serve as a central resource to educate organizations about safety practices, provide information on federal grant programs, and help prevent and respond to potential threats like terrorist attacks or natural disasters. Key provisions include developing evidence-based tiers of safety recommendations, creating an online platform with comprehensive safety guidelines, maintaining a comprehensive index of federal grant programs, and providing assistance and training materials. The Clearinghouse will be staffed with personnel familiar with nonprofit organizations and security measures, and will have a designated point of contact to help organizations access resources. The Secretary of Homeland Security will be responsible for establishing the Clearinghouse within a specified timeframe, collecting user feedback for continuous improvement, and submitting periodic reports to Congress. The bill includes provisions for notifying various federal and state agencies about the Clearinghouse and requires a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report on federal grants related to organizational safety. The Clearinghouse will be operational for four years from the date of enactment, with a focus on helping religious and nonprofit organizations enhance their safety and security practices.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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