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Federal Building Threat Notification Act

USA119th CongressS-2542| Senate 
| Updated: 7/30/2025
Gary C. Peters

Gary C. Peters

Democratic Senator

Michigan

Cosponsors (2)
Joni Ernst (Republican)James Lankford (Republican)

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill, titled the Federal Building Threat Notification Act, directs the Director of the Federal Protective Service (FPS) to establish comprehensive guidance for emergency communication regarding law enforcement-related events in federal buildings. This guidance, developed in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland Security within one year, aims to inform Federal tenants about potential dangers and ensure their safety. The required guidance must include best practices for timely notification of violent threats, such as firearm incidents, other weapons threats, terrorism, or suspicious devices, occurring within or near the building perimeter. It also mandates providing clear instructions for safety practices in response to immediate or heightened risks. Each building's Facility Security Committee's designated official will be responsible for implementing this guidance, with the FPS Director confirming their appointment. Additionally, the FPS Director must ensure that all Federal tenants can adequately respond to such crises and conduct periodic testing to maintain preparedness. A report detailing the implemented best practices and protocols, along with a briefing on support needed for building safety, must be submitted to Congress within one year.
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Timeline
Jul 30, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jul 30, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Mar 16, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-6481
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 476.
  • July 30, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 30, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.


  • March 16, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-6481
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 476.

Government Operations and Politics

Federal Building Threat Notification Act

USA119th CongressS-2542| Senate 
| Updated: 7/30/2025
This bill, titled the Federal Building Threat Notification Act, directs the Director of the Federal Protective Service (FPS) to establish comprehensive guidance for emergency communication regarding law enforcement-related events in federal buildings. This guidance, developed in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland Security within one year, aims to inform Federal tenants about potential dangers and ensure their safety. The required guidance must include best practices for timely notification of violent threats, such as firearm incidents, other weapons threats, terrorism, or suspicious devices, occurring within or near the building perimeter. It also mandates providing clear instructions for safety practices in response to immediate or heightened risks. Each building's Facility Security Committee's designated official will be responsible for implementing this guidance, with the FPS Director confirming their appointment. Additionally, the FPS Director must ensure that all Federal tenants can adequately respond to such crises and conduct periodic testing to maintain preparedness. A report detailing the implemented best practices and protocols, along with a briefing on support needed for building safety, must be submitted to Congress within one year.
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Timeline
Jul 30, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jul 30, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Mar 16, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-6481
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 476.
  • July 30, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 30, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.


  • March 16, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-6481
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 476.
Gary C. Peters

Gary C. Peters

Democratic Senator

Michigan

Cosponsors (2)
Joni Ernst (Republican)James Lankford (Republican)

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

Government Operations and Politics

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted