Bill mandates recurring reports on terrorism risks in allied countries
Passed one chamberH.R. 8168Latest action
Sponsor: Matt Van Epps · Representative · TN
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Official title: Major Non-NATO Ally Terror Threat Assessment Act
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
Introduced:
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DHS would report every two years on terrorist activity in major non-NATO allied countries like Israel, Japan, and Egypt.
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What does this do?
The bill requires Homeland Security, with the State Department and Director of National Intelligence, to report on terrorist groups operating in "major non-NATO ally" countries. The first report is due within 180 days, then every two years, covering group activities, use of AI or advanced tech, ally government responses, and U.S. tracking and screening capabilities.
Who does it affect?
Affects the Department of Homeland Security, State Department, Director of National Intelligence, and congressional committees; indirectly touches immigration screening and foreign policy involving allied nations.
Why does it matter?
The requirement increases federal reporting obligations and but does not change laws directly affecting the public.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 30, 2026
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Jul 14, 2026
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.