Bill · H.R. 5148· House(119-HR-5148)
Coordinated Counterterrorism Act
- Introduced
- 9/4/2025
- Last activity
- 9/4/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Michael Lawler
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Coordinated Counterterrorism Act," seeks to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. The primary goal is to expand the scope of funding used by the Department of State's counterterrorism bureau. By making these changes, the bill allows assistance to be made available to military and intelligence units that focus on counterterrorism.
Yes
Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?+5
The bill expands the scope of funding to include assistance for counterterrorism-focused military and intelligence units.
Does this send more money or help to other countries?+3
The bill broadens the categories of foreign assistance that can be provided to counterterrorism efforts.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Expanded assistance to counterterrorism units: The bill allows funding to be used for intelligence and military units focused on counterterrorism (Section 2). This could enhance the ability of these specific units to perform their duties.
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Enhanced information sharing: The amendment includes provisions for information sharing with United States law enforcement agencies (Section 2). This could improve coordination and intelligence exchange between foreign units and domestic agencies.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are listed in the text: The provided text does not explicitly state any negative consequences or burdens resulting from these changes.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Counter Terrorism Funding+5Increases Foreign Aid+3
- 9/4/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Introduced in House