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Better Enabling Secure and Trustworthy Technology for the Homeland Act
1/3/2025, 8:58 PM
Summary of Bill S 4024
The BEST Technology for the Homeland Act, also known as Bill 118 s 4024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance the technological capabilities of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in order to better protect the United States from potential threats.
Specifically, the BEST Technology for the Homeland Act aims to improve the coordination and integration of technology across DHS components, such as Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Transportation Security Administration. This would involve the development and implementation of new technologies, as well as the enhancement of existing systems, to strengthen the overall security posture of the country.
Additionally, the bill seeks to increase collaboration between DHS and other federal agencies, as well as with state and local law enforcement entities, in order to share information and resources more effectively. This would help to ensure a more cohesive and comprehensive approach to homeland security efforts. Overall, the BEST Technology for the Homeland Act is focused on leveraging advanced technologies to enhance the capabilities of DHS and improve the overall security of the United States. By investing in cutting-edge solutions and fostering greater collaboration, this legislation aims to better protect the country from a wide range of threats and challenges.
Specifically, the BEST Technology for the Homeland Act aims to improve the coordination and integration of technology across DHS components, such as Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Transportation Security Administration. This would involve the development and implementation of new technologies, as well as the enhancement of existing systems, to strengthen the overall security posture of the country.
Additionally, the bill seeks to increase collaboration between DHS and other federal agencies, as well as with state and local law enforcement entities, in order to share information and resources more effectively. This would help to ensure a more cohesive and comprehensive approach to homeland security efforts. Overall, the BEST Technology for the Homeland Act is focused on leveraging advanced technologies to enhance the capabilities of DHS and improve the overall security of the United States. By investing in cutting-edge solutions and fostering greater collaboration, this legislation aims to better protect the country from a wide range of threats and challenges.
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Current Status of Bill S 4024
Bill S 4024 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 21, 2024. Bill S 4024 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 21, 2024. Bill S 4024's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 676. as of December 9, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4024
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
5Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
3Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4024
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 4024
BEST Technology for the Homeland Act
Better Enabling Secure and Trustworthy Technology for the Homeland Act
BEST Technology for the Homeland Act
A bill to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to enable secure and trustworthy technology through other transaction contracting authority.
Comments

Alondra Bloom
638
1 year ago
This bill is gonna help keep our country safe from threats. It's about time we invest in better technology for our homeland security. But what's gonna happen in the long run with this bill? #curious
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4024
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