House Committee on Homeland Security

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to notify Congress of any serious injury or death of any individual in the custody of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.

The Department of Homeland Security would be required to inform Congress whenever someone in its custody suffers a serious injury or dies, ensuring lawmakers are aware of significant incidents involving detained individuals. This applies to people held by DHS agencies, including immigration detention facilities and border patrol custody. The requirement aims to increase transparency and congressional oversight of how detained individuals are treated.

DHS Release Transparency Act

The Department of Homeland Security would be required to publicly report information about individuals it releases from custody, including their names, charges, and reasons for release. This would give Congress and the public more transparency into DHS decisions about who is released and under what circumstances. The bill affects immigration enforcement practices and how the government communicates about border security and detention decisions.

To designate Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization, to counter domestic terrorism and organized political violence, and for other purposes.

The proposal would officially label Antifa—a decentralized anti-fascist movement rather than a traditional organization—as a domestic terrorist group, which would allow federal law enforcement to pursue participants more aggressively and potentially freeze their financial assets. It also includes broader measures to combat domestic terrorism and organized political violence, affecting how federal agencies investigate and prosecute people involved in such activities. The bill has been sent to multiple congressional committees for review but has not yet been voted on.

To strengthen hiring and screening standards for immigration enforcement officers and to strengthen uniform, identification, and professional conduct standards for such officers.

The legislation would establish stricter hiring requirements and background checks for immigration enforcement officers, as well as create uniform standards for their uniforms, identification badges, and professional conduct. These changes would apply to officers working for immigration agencies like ICE and CBP, aiming to improve accountability and professionalism in how immigration enforcement is carried out. The bill is currently being reviewed by three House committees to determine which parts fall under each committee's jurisdiction.

To improve immigration enforcement transparency, preserve civil rights, and improve the accountability of immigration enforcement personnel, and for other purposes.

The proposal would require immigration enforcement agencies to be more transparent about their operations and hold officers accountable for misconduct, while also strengthening protections for people's civil rights during immigration enforcement actions. It would affect immigration officers, people being investigated or detained by immigration authorities, and the agencies responsible for enforcing immigration laws. The bill has been sent to two congressional committees for review and consideration.

To realign the nuclear forensics and attribution activities of the Federal Government from the Department of Homeland Security to the National Nuclear Security Administration.

The federal government would move its nuclear forensics and attribution work—the scientific analysis used to identify the source and origin of nuclear materials—from the Department of Homeland Security to the National Nuclear Security Administration, which is part of the Energy Department. This reorganization would consolidate nuclear expertise and investigation capabilities in one agency rather than splitting them between two departments. The change would primarily affect how federal agencies coordinate on nuclear security matters and investigate potential nuclear threats.

Respect Our Communities Act

The federal government would need to get approval from state and local officials and notify Congress before building, buying, or expanding any immigration detention facilities, and would have to allow the public to comment on these plans before moving forward. This requirement would apply to the Department of Homeland Security and give communities a say in whether new detention centers are built in their areas. The bill is currently being reviewed by congressional committees.

Advancing Policy Priorities Act

This bill appears to be a comprehensive package addressing multiple policy areas across government, touching on everything from veterans' benefits and military spending to energy, transportation, financial regulation, education, and agriculture. Because it covers so many different topics, it has been referred to nearly every major congressional committee so each can review the parts relevant to their area. The specific details of what the bill would actually change are unclear from the title alone, but its broad referral suggests it aims to advance the administration's priorities across numerous federal agencies and programs.

Governing for the People Act

This bill likely aims to reform how the federal government operates to better serve ordinary Americans, though the specific changes aren't clear from the title alone. Based on its referral to a health subcommittee, it may address how health-related government agencies function or make decisions. The bill could affect federal workers, patients who rely on government health programs, and the general public's access to government services.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer Retirement Technical Corrections Act

This bill would restore enhanced retirement and annuity benefits to certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers who were previously denied these benefits. The legislation aims to correct what supporters view as an unfair treatment of specific CBP officers by allowing them to receive the same retirement pay increases that other federal law enforcement officers receive. This would primarily affect current and former CBP officers and their families who depend on these retirement payments.

Resolution Act.

I don't have enough information to write an accurate summary. The title "Resolution Act" is too generic, and the referral to a subcommittee on commodity markets, digital assets, and rural development suggests the bill addresses specific financial or agricultural issues, but without seeing the actual bill text or a more detailed description of its purpose, I cannot reliably explain what it would do or who it affects.

Homeland Security Capabilities Preservation Reporting Act of 2026

The legislation would require the Department of Homeland Security to report to Congress on how its capabilities and operations might be affected by potential budget cuts or reorganizations. These reports would help lawmakers understand what security functions could be impacted if funding or staffing levels change, affecting everything from border security to disaster response. The requirement aims to give Congress better information before making decisions about the agency's resources and structure.

Improving Travel for American Families Act

The legislation aims to make travel easier and more convenient for American families by streamlining processes at airports and border crossings. The bill would likely address issues like wait times, security procedures, and documentation requirements that affect millions of people who fly domestically or travel internationally each year. The proposal is currently under review by the House Committee on Homeland Security to determine its feasibility and potential impacts.

WATCH Personnel Act of 2026

If the federal government runs out of money starting February 14, 2026, this bill would keep the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) operating and pay its employees during that shutdown period. The TSA is the agency that screens passengers at airports and protects transportation systems, so this ensures airport security checkpoints and related operations continue functioning even if Congress hasn't approved a full budget.

FAST Act

Federal law enforcement officers would be allowed to go through expedited security screening at airports and other transportation checkpoints, similar to programs that currently exist for frequent travelers and trusted passengers. This would allow these officers to move through security lines faster when traveling for work or personal reasons. The change would apply to various federal law enforcement agencies and their personnel.

ELO Realignment and Strategic Engagement Reform Act of 2026

This bill would reorganize how federal law enforcement agencies work together and coordinate their efforts to combat crime and security threats. The legislation appears aimed at improving communication and resource-sharing between agencies like the FBI, DEA, and local police departments to make investigations more efficient and effective. It would affect federal agents, local law enforcement officers, and potentially the communities they serve by changing how criminal cases are handled across different jurisdictions.

Special Events Program Alignment Act of 2026

The bill would align federal rules and procedures for how different government agencies handle special events, likely including things like permits, security, and coordination between departments. It appears designed to streamline the process for organizing major events and reduce confusion when multiple federal agencies need to work together. The changes would affect event organizers, federal agencies, and potentially local governments that coordinate with federal authorities on large gatherings.

National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program Reassignment and Funding Reform Act of 2026

The bill would reorganize how the federal government evaluates and reports on national security threats, likely shifting responsibilities between agencies and changing how funding is allocated for threat assessment programs. It affects law enforcement agencies, intelligence services, and potentially the public's access to information about security threats. The specific changes would be determined as the bill moves through the Homeland Security and Intelligence committees.

Modernizing and Improving the National Terrorism Advisory System Act of 2026

This bill would update how the federal government alerts the public about terrorism threats, likely making the warning system clearer and more useful for everyday Americans. The changes would affect how the Department of Homeland Security communicates risk levels to the public, law enforcement, and private businesses so they can better prepare for or respond to potential threats. The bill has been sent to the House Committee on Homeland Security for review.

SAFE VISITS Act

The bill would establish security protocols and procedures for visits to military installations and federal facilities to protect armed forces personnel and national security. It likely aims to balance allowing legitimate visitors access while screening for potential security threats through improved vetting and monitoring systems. The measure affects military bases, federal buildings, service members, and civilians who visit these locations.