Counterterrorism Advisory Board Act of 2016

Bill 114 hr 4407, also known as the Counterterrorism Advisory Board Act of 2016, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of establishing a Counterterrorism Advisory Board within the Department of Homeland Security. The purpose of this board is to provide advice and recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security on matters related to counterterrorism efforts.

The bill outlines the composition of the board, which would consist of various high-ranking officials from relevant government agencies, as well as experts in the field of counterterrorism. The board would be responsible for assessing current threats, developing strategies to address them, and coordinating efforts across different agencies to enhance the effectiveness of counterterrorism measures.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the board would be required to submit an annual report to Congress detailing its activities and recommendations. This report would also include an assessment of the current state of counterterrorism efforts and any areas in need of improvement. Overall, the Counterterrorism Advisory Board Act of 2016 aims to enhance the coordination and effectiveness of counterterrorism efforts within the Department of Homeland Security by establishing a dedicated advisory board to provide expert advice and recommendations to the Secretary of Homeland Security.