DHS Biodetection Improvement Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-15T03:23:20Z

Explore the details of House Bill 706 DHS Biodetection Improvement Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/15/2025, 3:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 706

Bill 119 HR 706, also known as the Biodetection Improvement Act of 2021, aims to enhance the biodetection capabilities of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in order to better protect the United States from biological threats. The bill includes provisions to improve the coordination and integration of biodetection efforts within DHS, as well as enhance the training and education of personnel involved in biodetection activities.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a Biodetection Steering Committee within DHS, which will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all biodetection activities across the department. This committee will work to ensure that DHS's biodetection efforts are aligned with national priorities and that resources are effectively allocated to address emerging biological threats.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance the research and development of new biodetection technologies, as well as improve the sharing of information and best practices among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial partners. This will help to ensure that all levels of government are working together to strengthen the nation's ability to detect and respond to biological threats. Overall, Bill 119 HR 706 seeks to bolster the nation's preparedness and response capabilities in the face of biological threats by enhancing the biodetection functions of the Department of Homeland Security. By improving coordination, training, and technology development, the bill aims to better protect the American people from potential biological attacks.

Congressional Summary of HR 706

DHS Biodetection Improvement Act

This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to assess how it has utilized Department of Energy national laboratories and sites for research and development in carrying out DHS missions and to report to Congress a strategy for how DHS will conduct biodetection research and development in coordination with such laboratories and sites.

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Current Status of Bill HR 706

Bill HR 706 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since March 12, 2025. Bill HR 706 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 23, 2025. Bill HR 706's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of March 12, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 706

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 706

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Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 706

To improve the biodetection functions of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.To improve the biodetection functions of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 706

Dale W. Strong

Alabama(Republican)

Clay Higgins

Louisiana(Republican)

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