118th Congress Congress
H.R. 2657: To clarify the counting of electoral votes in Congress to be a National Special Security Event.
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Summary
This bill makes the counting of electoral college votes in Congress a National Special Security Event.
A National Special Security Event is a designated event that, by virtue of its political, economic, social, or religious significance, may be the target of terrorism or other criminal activity. This designation authorizes the use of the U.S. Secret Service and certain funds to respond to the security needs resulting from such an event.
Written by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.
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History
- Introduced in the House by Ritchie Torres.
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- Introduced in House
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence.
- Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.