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H.R. 3837 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010

SURE Act

H.R. 3837 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) was introduced on Oct 15, 2009, sponsored by Mary Jo Kilroy with 26 co-sponsors.

During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Oct 15, 2009
Co-sponsors
26
Policy area
Emergency Management

What it does

Strengthening and Updating Resources and Equipment Act or the SURE Act - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to permit grants awarded under the State Homeland Security Grant Program or the Urban Area Security Initiative to be used for maintenance agreements, user fees, or sustainment costs for purchased equipment related to preventing, preparing for, protecting against, and responding to acts of terrorism.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Mary Jo Kilroy (D-OH). Co-sponsors: 25 Democrats, 1 Republican.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedOct 15, 2009
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 319. (Jul 22, 2010)

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 3837 (111th Congress): SURE Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/111-hr-3837/sure-act (accessed 2026-10-13).

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