118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 2657 — To clarify the counting of electoral votes in Congress to be a National Special Security Event.

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

Congress

Introduced Apr 17, 2023

Last action Apr 17, 2023

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Apr 17, 2023

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Referred

Apr 17, 2023

Homeland Security

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SummaryCRS 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.

Provisions · 1 sectionsIntroduced in House

Timeline · 3 actions

Apr 17, 2023

Introduced in House

Apr 17, 2023

Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence.

Apr 17, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.