Bills · HR 7764
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7764Law enforcement administration and fundingDepartment of Homeland Security
National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program Reassignment and Funding Reform Act of 2026
INTRO MAR 3· LAST ACTION MAY 14
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care because this bill aims to improve how local communities are supported in preventing serious acts of violence. The NTER Program helps local police and government officials recognize and address potential threats, like school shootings or terrorist attacks, before they happen. By moving this program to the part of DHS that directly works with local agencies, it could become more effective and responsive to local needs, ensuring that communities have the best tools to protect themselves.
If this bill becomes law, the NTER Program would be managed by an office whose primary mission is to support state and local partners, potentially leading to better coordination and more relevant services. Changing the funding source also means the program's support would come from budgets specifically allocated for state and local preparedness, rather than national intelligence. If it doesn't become law, the program would remain under the Office of Intelligence and Analysis, continuing to be funded by national intelligence appropriations, which some argue doesn't align with its core mission of local support.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Transfers the National Threat Evaluation and Reporting (NTER) Program from the Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A) to the Office for State and Local Law Enforcement (OSLLE) within the Department of Homeland Security.
This aims to place the program under the direct management of the office primarily responsible for coordinating with state and local partners, potentially improving its effectiveness for them.
PROVISION 02
Prohibits the NTER Program from using funds from the National Intelligence Program (NIP) after the transfer is complete.
This changes the funding mechanism to better reflect the program's focus on local law enforcement and targeted violence prevention, rather than national intelligence priorities.
PROVISION 03
Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to identify and allocate alternative, non-National Intelligence Program funding sources for the NTER Program.
This ensures the program continues to be funded and can operate effectively without relying on intelligence budgets, potentially through grants for state and local programs.
PROVISION 04
Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to ensure the continuity of the NTER Program's mission and operations, including engagement with local partners, during the transfer period.
This provision is crucial for minimizing disruption to critical services that help prevent targeted violence in communities.
PROVISION 05
Requires regular reports to Congress for two years on the progress of the transfer, its impact, funding adjustments, and any challenges encountered.
This provides oversight and accountability to ensure the transfer is carried out smoothly and effectively, addressing any issues that arise.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 2
R· Colorado
YRS IN OFFICE
1
BILLS LED
26
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 100%
DEM 1 REP 1 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
7 EVENTSMAY 14
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
MAY 14
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
MAR 4
Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.
MAR 3
Introduced in House
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7764
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 3, 2026
Last actionMay 14, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2026
House BillHR 7764Law enforcement administration and fundingDepartment of Homeland Security
National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program Reassignment and Funding Reform Act of 2026
INTRODUCED MAR 3, 2026· LAST ACTION MAY 14, 2026
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
2
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