Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Extension Act of 2023

Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Extension Act of 2023

This bill extends the authorization for the Department of Homeland Security's Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office (CWMD), excluding the Office of the Chief Medical Officer and the medical countermeasures program.

The bill requires (1) the CWMD to report to Congress regarding an employee engagement action plan and strategy to continuously improve morale within the CWMD, and (2) the Government Accountability Office to brief Congress regarding the CWMD.

The Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Extension Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 3224, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. This bill aims to extend the authority of the Department of Homeland Security to detect and prevent the use of weapons of mass destruction within the United States.

The bill builds upon previous legislation that established the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office within the Department of Homeland Security. This office is responsible for coordinating efforts to prevent the use of weapons of mass destruction, such as chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear weapons, by terrorist organizations or other malicious actors.

If passed, the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Extension Act of 2023 would extend the authority of the Department of Homeland Security to carry out these important national security functions. The bill would also require the Department to report to Congress on its efforts to prevent the use of weapons of mass destruction and to provide regular updates on its progress. Overall, the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Extension Act of 2023 is an important piece of legislation that aims to enhance the security of the United States by preventing the use of weapons of mass destruction within its borders. It is currently being debated in Congress and may be voted on in the near future.