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Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R.1370) to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue Department of Homeland Security-wide guidance and develop training programs as part of the Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4667) making further supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2018, for disaster assistance for Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, and calendar year 2017 wildfires, and for other purposes; and providing for proceedings during the period from December 22, 2017, through January 7, 2018.

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Summary of Bill HRES 670

Bill 115 H.Res. 670 is a legislative proposal that addresses several important issues related to homeland security and disaster assistance. The bill provides for the consideration of the Senate amendment to H.R. 1370, which aims to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002. This amendment would require the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue guidance and develop training programs as part of the Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign. The Blue Campaign is a national public awareness campaign designed to educate the public, law enforcement, and other partners to recognize and report human trafficking.

Additionally, Bill 115 H.Res. 670 also provides for the consideration of H.R. 4667, which seeks to make further supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2018. These appropriations are specifically designated for disaster assistance related to Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, as well as the wildfires that occurred in calendar year 2017. This funding is crucial in providing relief and support to the communities affected by these natural disasters.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the procedures and proceedings that will take place during the period from December 22, 2017, through January 7, 2018. This includes the scheduling of debates, votes, and other legislative activities that will occur during this time frame. Overall, Bill 115 H.Res. 670 addresses important issues related to homeland security, disaster assistance, and legislative procedures. It aims to provide necessary support and resources to those affected by natural disasters, while also ensuring that the Department of Homeland Security is equipped to effectively combat human trafficking through the Blue Campaign.

Current Status of Bill HRES 670

Bill HRES 670 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 21, 2017. Bill HRES 670 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on December 21, 2017.  Bill HRES 670's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of December 21, 2017

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 670

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 670

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

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