Special Events Program Alignment Act of 2026

United States119th CongressHR-8142House of Representatives
Updated: May 14, 2026

Summary

This legislation, titled the "Special Events Program Alignment Act of 2026" , directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to reorganize its internal structure. Its primary purpose is to transfer the existing Special Events Program within DHS to the Department's Office of Situational Awareness. The bill stipulates that this transfer must be completed by the Secretary of Homeland Security no later than 180 days after the Act's enactment. This comprehensive transfer includes all functions, personnel, assets, records, and any unexpended balances of appropriations or funds currently associated with the Special Events Program.

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  1. Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, 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.

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  2. Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.

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  3. Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

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  4. Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

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