DHS working group would track foreign harassment of people in the US
In markupH.R. 2158Latest action
Sponsor: August Pfluger · Representative · TX
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Official title: Countering Transnational Repression Act of 2025
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
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The bill creates a DHS working group to track foreign governments harassing or threatening people in the U.S., ending after seven years unless renewed.
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What does this do?
The Countering Transnational Repression Act of 2025 creates a DHS working group to track threats, harassment, stalking, or violence by foreign governments against people living in the U.S. It would coordinate with intelligence agencies and local law enforcement, produce annual public reports, and include a privacy protection staff member. The group automatically ends after seven years unless renewed.
Who does it affect?
The bill directly affects DHS, its intelligence and investigative branches, and partner law enforcement agencies including fusion centers. It also affects immigrants, activists, journalists, and others in the U.S. who may be targeted by foreign governments over their speech or activities.
Why does it matter?
The bill could increase government monitoring and reporting of foreign-directed threats, while its rules require that efforts not infringe on constitutionally protected speech.
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Based on the “Introduced in House” text of Mar 14, 2025.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 14, 2025
- House committeeYou are here · Apr 9, 2025
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
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