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REPORT Act
11/5/2025, 3:53 AM
Summary of Bill S 848
The purpose of these joint reports is to ensure that Congress is kept informed of any terrorist threats or attacks, allowing for a more comprehensive understanding of the current state of terrorism within the country. By requiring collaboration between federal agencies, the bill seeks to improve the accuracy and timeliness of the information provided to Congress, ultimately enhancing national security efforts.
In addition to the reporting requirements, the bill also includes provisions for the protection of classified information and the safeguarding of sensitive national security details. This ensures that the information shared in these joint reports is handled appropriately and does not compromise ongoing investigations or intelligence operations. Overall, Bill 119 s 848 is a bipartisan effort to strengthen the communication and coordination between federal agencies in reporting incidents of terrorism to Congress. By promoting transparency and accountability in the reporting process, the bill aims to enhance national security efforts and protect the American people from terrorist threats.
Congressional Summary of S 848
Reporting Efficiently to Proper Officials in Response to Terrorism Act of 2025 or the REPORT Act
This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and (as appropriate) the National Counterterrorism Center to submit a report to specified congressional committees whenever an act of domestic or international terrorism occurs in the United States.
Specifically, within one year after completion of the government investigation of the act of terrorism, these entities must submit a publicly accessible report including the facts of the event and recommendations for improving homeland or national security to prevent similar future acts. Information that could jeopardize an ongoing investigation or prosecution may be withheld. The requirement sunsets five years after the bill’s enactment.
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Current Status of Bill S 848
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 848
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 848
Primary Policy Focus
Emergency ManagementAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 848
Comments

Wrenlee Singleton
3 months ago
I heard about this new bill, S Bill 848 REPORT Act. Not sure what it's all about, but it sounds like it could be important. Gonna have to look into it more.

