Securing the Cities Improvement Act

Bill 119 HR 1374, also known as the Securing the Cities Act, aims to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 in order to enhance the Securing the Cities program. This program is designed to prevent terrorist attacks involving radiological or nuclear materials in high-risk urban areas. The proposed amendments in this bill include improvements to the coordination and implementation of the Securing the Cities program, as well as the enhancement of training and equipment for state and local law enforcement agencies. Additionally, the bill seeks to strengthen partnerships between federal, state, and local entities to ensure a more effective and comprehensive approach to preventing and responding to potential radiological or nuclear threats. Overall, the goal of Bill 119 HR 1374 is to bolster the capabilities of the Securing the Cities program and enhance national security efforts in high-risk urban areas. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and coordination among various levels of government to effectively address the threat of radiological or nuclear terrorism.