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Strengthening the Department of Homeland Security Secure Mail Initiative Act
4/7/2025, 3:42 PM
Summary of Bill S 1208
Bill 115 s 1208, also known as the Strengthening the Department of Homeland Security Secure Mail Initiative Act, aims to enhance the security of mail delivery within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The bill focuses on improving the Secure Mail Initiative, which is a program that screens and tracks mail sent to DHS facilities to prevent the delivery of dangerous or illegal items.
The key provisions of the bill include increasing funding for the Secure Mail Initiative to improve technology and infrastructure, enhancing training for DHS personnel responsible for screening mail, and implementing stricter protocols for identifying and intercepting suspicious packages. Additionally, the bill calls for increased coordination between DHS and other federal agencies involved in mail security, such as the United States Postal Service and the Department of Justice.
The goal of the Strengthening the Department of Homeland Security Secure Mail Initiative Act is to bolster the security measures in place to protect DHS facilities and personnel from potential threats posed by mail delivery. By strengthening the Secure Mail Initiative, the bill aims to ensure that mail sent to DHS facilities is thoroughly screened and monitored to prevent the infiltration of dangerous materials.
The key provisions of the bill include increasing funding for the Secure Mail Initiative to improve technology and infrastructure, enhancing training for DHS personnel responsible for screening mail, and implementing stricter protocols for identifying and intercepting suspicious packages. Additionally, the bill calls for increased coordination between DHS and other federal agencies involved in mail security, such as the United States Postal Service and the Department of Justice.
The goal of the Strengthening the Department of Homeland Security Secure Mail Initiative Act is to bolster the security measures in place to protect DHS facilities and personnel from potential threats posed by mail delivery. By strengthening the Secure Mail Initiative, the bill aims to ensure that mail sent to DHS facilities is thoroughly screened and monitored to prevent the infiltration of dangerous materials.
Current Status of Bill S 1208
Bill S 1208 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 23, 2017. Bill S 1208 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on May 23, 2017. Bill S 1208's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of December 22, 2017
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1208
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1208
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1208
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