H.R. 4426 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
Homeland Security for Children Act
H.R. 4426 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) became law — introduced on Jul 13, 2021, sponsored by Donald M. Payne, Jr. with 6 co-sponsors.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 13, 2021
- Co-sponsors
- 6
- Policy area
- Emergency Management
- Public law
- Public Law 117-130
What it does
Homeland Security for Children Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to ensure that the needs of children are considered in homeland security planning. Specifically, each DHS office and component must take into account the needs of children, including children within underserved communities, in mission planning and execution.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Donald M. Payne, Jr. (D-NJ). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 13, 2021
- Passed the HouseSep 29, 2021
- Passed the SenateMay 16, 2022
- Sent to the PresidentMay 26, 2022
- Became lawJun 6, 2022
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 117-130. (Jun 6, 2022)
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Committees
- Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
- Homeland Security Committee
- Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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