Bills · HR 7876
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7876Crime and Law Enforcement
Secret Service-Local Law Enforcement Partnership Act of 2026
INTRO MAR 9· LAST ACTION MAR 9
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses a hidden cost often borne by local communities when high-profile individuals, like presidents or former presidents, visit or reside in their area. Currently, local police departments are frequently on the hook for the substantial expenses of providing security at these private locations, stretching their budgets and diverting resources from other local needs.
If this bill becomes law, it would shift some of that financial responsibility to the federal government through a reimbursement program, potentially freeing up local tax dollars for other community services like schools, infrastructure, or local crime prevention. If it doesn't pass, local communities will likely continue to shoulder these costs, which can be considerable and unplanned, impacting local budgets and potentially leading to higher local taxes or reduced services.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes the Extraordinary Protection Reimbursement Program within the Department of Homeland Security.
This creates a formal federal mechanism to provide financial relief to local law enforcement for specific security duties.
PROVISION 02
Allows grants to reimburse state, local, tribal, and territorial governments for protection activities at non-governmental properties of Secret Service-protected individuals.
It directly addresses the financial burden on local agencies for securing private residences and offices of high-profile persons.
PROVISION 03
Specifies that grants can only cover costs beyond typical law enforcement operations, for personnel hours, necessary equipment, and only when the protected person is physically present or traveling to/from the property.
This ensures the funds are used strictly for extraordinary protection costs and prevents misuse for general law enforcement activities.
PROVISION 04
Requires annual audits by the DHS Inspector General and annual reports by the Secretary of Homeland Security to Congress on the program's spending and effectiveness.
This provision builds in oversight and accountability to ensure the program is transparent and funds are used appropriately.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes $61,000,000 to be appropriated for each of fiscal years 2026, 2027, and 2028 to fund the program.
This provides the necessary funding for the program to operate and offers a clear financial commitment for its initial years.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 9
Introduced in House
MAR 9
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7876
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 9, 2026
Last actionMar 9, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 9, 2026
House BillHR 7876Crime and Law Enforcement
Secret Service-Local Law Enforcement Partnership Act of 2026
INTRODUCED MAR 9, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 9, 2026
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
3
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