H.R. 504 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
DHS Field Engagement Accountability Act
H.R. 504 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) became law — introduced on Jan 11, 2019, sponsored by Don Bacon with 15 co-sponsors.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 11, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 15
- Policy area
- Emergency Management
- Public law
- Public Law 116-116
What it does
DHS Field Engagement Accountability Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop and update at least once every five years a strategy for DHS engagement with fusion centers.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Don Bacon (R-NE). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 12 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 11, 2019
- Passed the HouseJan 29, 2019
- Passed the SenateJul 25, 2019
- Sent to the PresidentFeb 20, 2020
- Became lawMar 2, 2020
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 116-116. (Mar 2, 2020)
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- H.R. 414: Protecting Local Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act
Committees
- Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
- Homeland Security Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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