Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2023
Summary
H.R. 4470 extends the Department of Homeland Security’s Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program through July 27, 2025. This program identifies and regulates high-risk chemical facilities to ensure they have robust security measures in place to prevent terrorist exploitation or attacks. By renewing this authority, the bill aims to maintain national security and public safety by preventing the theft, diversion, or intentional release of hazardous chemicals that could harm surrounding communities.
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Lifecycle of the Bill
Introduced in House
Jul 16, 2025
Introduced in House
Jul 16, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Jul 16, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Jul 16, 2025
