H.R. 901 · 119th Congress · Science, Technology, Communications
Research Security and Accountability in DHS Act
Requires DHS to develop research security policy and report on compliance with foreign disclosure requirements. AI-read
What it does
This bill 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.
Additionally, the Government Accountability Office must 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).
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Jan 31, 2025 (Introduced in House). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.
Roll call votes
| Date | Question | Party split (yea) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10, 2025 House roll 63 |
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and PassResearch Security and Accountability in DHS Act | D 202–1 · R 208–0 |
Passed 410–1 |
Latest action
Mar 11, 2025 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.