Bill · H.R. 8168· House(119-HR-8168)
Major Non-NATO Ally Terror Threat Assessment Act
- Introduced
- 3/30/2026
- Last activity
- 7/14/2026 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Matt Van Epps
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- Passed House
- In Senate committee
What this bill would do
The Major Non-NATO Ally Terror Threat Assessment Act requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct assessments regarding terrorism threats. These assessments focus on foreign terrorist organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists located in countries that are major non-NATO allies. The Secretary must submit these reports to specific congressional committees within 180 days of enactment and every two years thereafter. The reports must detail terrorist activities, including the use of artificial intelligence or critical technologies. Additionally, the assessment must evaluate the Department of Homeland Security's ability to monitor threats and prevent certain individuals from entering the United States.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this tighten control of the border?+5
The bill requires assessments of the DHS capability to prevent terrorists from entering the United States.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+4
The bill assesses the cooperation between major non-NATO allies and the U.S. intelligence community to disrupt terrorism.
Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?+3
The bill requires the identification of additional resources needed to counter specific terrorist threats.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Enhanced Threat Identification: The bill requires the identification of foreign terrorist organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists within major non-NATO ally countries (Section 2(b)(1)). This could help the government understand exactly who poses a threat.
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Technology Monitoring: The assessment includes descriptions of terrorist activities involving artificial intelligence or critical and emerging technologies (Section 2(b)(2)). This provides insight into how modern technologies are being used by these groups.
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Evaluating Government Capabilities: The Secretary must assess the Department of Homeland Security's capability to identify, monitor, and mitigate threats (Section 2(b)(4)). This could lead to a better understanding of whether current security measures are sufficient to protect the country.
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Border and Entry Security: The bill requires an assessment of the ability to prevent members of these terrorist groups from entering the United States (Section 2(b)(5)). This focus aims to strengthen the ability to keep such individuals out of the country.
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Resource Identification: The assessment includes identifying any additional resources required to counter these specific terror threats (Section 2(b)(6)). This could lead to better-informed decisions regarding what is needed to ensure public safety.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the text of the bill.
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
- Improves International Alliances+4Increases Counter Terrorism Funding+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Urban Residents+1
- 7/14/2026
- Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- 7/13/2026
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4396-4397)
- On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4396-4397)
- DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 8168.
- Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4396-4398)
- Mr. Garbarino moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- 7/9/2026
- Reported by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 119-738.
- Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 642.
- 6/24/2026
- Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence Discharged
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 2.
- 6/4/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/31/2026
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.
- 3/30/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
- Introduced in House
Nellie PouDemocrat · New Jersey