H.R. 542 — 116th Congress
Supporting Research and Development for First Responders Act
Sponsor
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116th Congress| Measure | Title |
|---|---|
| H.R. 428 · Crime and Law Enforcement | Homeland Security Assessment of Terrorists’ Use of Virtual Currencies Act |
Latest action
Nov 9, 2020Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 577.
CRS summary
As of Nov 9, 2020Reported to Senate
Supporting Research and Development for First Responders Act
This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to designate the National Urban Security Technology Laboratory as a science and technology laboratory responsible for testing and evaluating emerging technologies and conducting research and development to assist emergency response providers in preparing for, and protecting against, threats of terrorism.
The laboratory shall (1) conduct tests, evaluations, and assessments of current and emerging technologies for emergency response providers, including cybersecurity of such technologies that can connect to the internet; (2) conduct research and development on radiological and nuclear response and recovery; and (3) act as a technical advisor to emergency response providers.
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Roll-call votes
1 on recordJun 10, 2019 · On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
Full roll callYea — 395: 215 D · 179 R · 1 I
Nay — 3: 2 R · 1 L
| Member | State |
|---|---|
| Justin Amash | MI |
| Thomas Massie | KY |
| Chip Roy | TX |
Not Voting — 34: 18 D · 16 R
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