HR 901 - Research Security and Accountability in DHS Act - National Key Vote
Timeline
- House Bill Passed
- March 10, 2025
- Introduced
- Jan. 31, 2025
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Title: Research Security and Accountability in DHS Act
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to pass a bill that requires the Science and Technology Directorate in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop a department-wide policy for safeguarding research and development from unauthorized access or disclosures of sensitive information in related acquisitions.
Highlights:
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Requires the Science and Technology Directorate in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop a department-wide policy for safeguarding research and development from unauthorized access or disclosures of sensitive information in related acquisitions (Sec. 2).
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Requires the Government Accountability Office to additionally report on the compliance of DHS with a 2021 presidential memorandum and related guidance that required certain disclosures about government-funded research and development (e.g., conflicts of interest involving foreign governments) (Sec. 2).
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NOTE: THIS LEGISLATION NEEDED A TWO-THIRDS MAJORITY VOTE TO PASS
Title: Research Security and Accountability in DHS Act