HR 338 United States House · 117th Congress

To clarify the counting of electoral votes in Congress to be a National Special Security Event.

Summary
This bill makes the counting of electoral college votes in Congress a National Special Security Event. A National Special Security Event is a designated event that, by virtue of its political, economic, social, or religious significance, may be the target of terrorism or other criminal activity. This designation authorizes the use of the U.S. Secret Service and certain funds to respond to the security needs resulting from such an event.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2021
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Introduced Jan 15, 2021 Last action Jan 16, 2021
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Jan 16, 2021
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism.
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Jan 15, 2021
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
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Jan 15, 2021
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors

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