To establish a Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office and an Office of Health Security in the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
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ReportedReported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Peters, with an amendment
Summary
What This Bill Does
Restructures DHS by amending the Homeland Security Act to create distinct offices for Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction and Health Security, clarifying responsibilities for CBRN threats versus medical/health emergencies.
Who Benefits and How
State, local, and tribal partners gain clearer federal coordination. Health security receives dedicated office and resources. WMD prevention efforts continue under specialized leadership.
Who Bears the Burden and How
DHS must reorganize existing functions. Offices coordinate to prevent gaps in coverage. Non-medical CBRN separated from health security mission.
Key Provisions
- Creates Office of Countering WMD for non-medical CBRN threats
- Creates Office of Health Security for medical aspects
- Coordinates with federal, state, local, and tribal partners
- Updates Title XIX of Homeland Security Act
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Reorganizes DHS to establish separate Countering WMD Office and Office of Health Security
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Clarify DHS structure for WMD versus health threats"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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