S. 2457In committeeCrime & justice
New federal offices would target domestic terrorism, with 10-year sunset
Data as of July 14, 2026
S 2457 creates dedicated domestic terrorism offices at DHS, DOJ, and the FBI, with reports to Congress every six months.45-second read · 4 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
The bill establishes dedicated domestic terrorism offices within DHS, DOJ, and the FBI to track, investigate, and support prosecution of such cases. It requires biannual public reporting to Congress on trends, arrests, and convictions, with focus on white supremacist and neo-Nazi activity, and sets a 10-year expiration unless renewed. It also creates a coordinating committee, mandates law enforcement training, and forms a task force to study extremist infiltration of the military and federal law enforcement.
Who does it affect?
Federal agencies (DHS, DOJ, FBI, Defense Department), their staff, and congressional overseers are directly affected. State, local, and tribal police departments receiving federal training or resources may also be affected.
Why does it matter?
The bill concentrates new investigative and reporting infrastructure inside federal agencies without creating new crimes, potentially increasing oversight and training requirements for law enforcement at multiple levels.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- Senate committee — You are here
- Senate vote
- House
- President's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
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Official title
Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- July 24, 2025
- Latest action:
- July 24, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4701-4703)
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