H.R. 338 · 117th Congress · House

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

Active· Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism.
Introduced
Jan 15, 21
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Sent to President
Pending
Signed into Law
Pending

Executive 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.

Action Timeline

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  1. JAN 16, 2021Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism.

  2. JAN 15, 2021IntroReferral

    Introduced in House

  3. JAN 15, 2021IntroReferral

    Introduced in House

  4. JAN 15, 2021IntroReferral

    Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.

Committees

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Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence Subcommittee

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Referred: Jan 16, 2021

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Homeland Security Committee

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Referred: Jan 15, 2021

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