Bill would have DHS help local governments vet foreign visitor security risks
In markupH.R. 7427Latest action
Sponsor: Daniel S. Goldman · Representative · NY
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Official title: SAFE VISITS Act
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
Introduced:
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The SAFE VISITS Act would require DHS to help state and local governments assess security risks from foreign visitors.
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What does this do?
The bill requires DHS to produce yearly threat reports on high-risk government offices, trends in foreign visitor access requests, and ways to reduce security risks. When DHS identifies a likely target, it must share threat information, help vet visitors, offer safety guidance, and request a post-visit debriefing. DHS would also develop new technology to speed up sharing this security information.
Who does it affect?
This affects state, local, tribal, and territorial government employees and offices, especially those that host foreign delegations. DHS would take on new responsibilities to support these governments.
Why does it matter?
The measure could change how local governments prepare for and manage visits from foreign officials, potentially affecting security procedures at public buildings.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedFeb 9, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Jun 24, 2026
- 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.
Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 2.