DHS Special Events Program and Support Act

This bill gives the Department of Homeland Security official authority to help with security at special events that are not already designated as National Special Security Events. It requires DHS to create a standard process for federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial officials to voluntarily ask for security assessments and support for their events. DHS must review these requests using a risk-based approach and can provide expedited consideration when needed. The bill also requires DHS to research and develop new technologies and techniques to improve security support for mass gatherings while protecting constitutional rights and privacy.

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