Security grants for states and cities would become more predictable and transparent.
This bill would make federal security grants for states, cities, and transportation systems more predictable and transparent. It sets clear deadlines for grant announcements and applications. It also ensures funds are available for longer periods, which helps local communities plan better for safety projects. The Department of Homeland Security would face new requirements for how it manages these grants.
Today, the Department of Homeland Security has flexibility in how it manages many security grants. This sometimes leads to unclear timelines and varying periods for using funds. This bill would require annual homeland security grants and mandate that funding opportunity notices be made public within 60 days after Congress sets aside money (or by a specific deadline). It would also ensure applicants get at least 30 days to apply and that certain grant funds are available for at least 54 months.
HR 6507 · 119th Congress · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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