01 — The Text
What.
- Requires federal agencies to notify relevant parties when threats are made against federal buildings.
- Establishes a notification protocol for security incidents at federal facilities.
- Bill details remain limited — official summary not yet published by Congressional Research Service.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Federal building occupants and nearby communities would receive faster threat alerts during security incidents.
- Agencies gain clearer procedures for communicating with law enforcement and the public during crises.
- Tradeoff: More notifications may increase alert fatigue, but faster info helps people make safety decisions.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill passed Senate unanimously on Aug. 7 with amendments; now at House desk awaiting assignment to committee.
- Next step: House committee review, likely Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs or similar panel.
- Track progress at Congress.gov or contact your House representative to voice support or concerns.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Aug 10, 2026 — Held at the desk.
- Aug 10, 2026 — Received in the House.
- Aug 10, 2026 — Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- Aug 7, 2026 — Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4547-4548; text: CR S4548)
- Aug 7, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
- Aug 6, 2026 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 545.
- Aug 6, 2026 — Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Paul with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
- Aug 6, 2026 — Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Paul with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.