H.R.4470 — Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2023
House Roll Call
H.R.4470
| Bill | H.R.4470 — Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2023 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 409 / Nay 1 / Present 0 / Not Voting 23 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 212 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| D | 197 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 4470 - Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2023
The Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2023 (HR 4470) seeks to enhance the security protocols of chemical facilities across the United States to mitigate risks associated with potential terrorist attacks. The bill emphasizes the importance of safeguarding critical infrastructure, particularly those facilities that store or handle hazardous chemicals.
Key Provisions: HR 4470 mandates the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish and enforce stricter security standards for chemical facilities. This includes conducting comprehensive risk assessments and requiring facilities to develop and implement security plans that address identified vulnerabilities. The bill also encourages the adoption of safer technologies and processes to reduce the potential impact of a chemical release.
Funding and Authorities: The legislation authorizes appropriations to support the implementation of enhanced security measures and to facilitate training programs for facility personnel. The DHS is granted the authority to oversee compliance and enforce penalties for non-compliance with the established security standards.
Programs and Agencies Affected: The primary agency impacted by this legislation is the DHS, specifically the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), which is responsible for overseeing the security of chemical facilities. Additionally, state and local emergency response agencies may benefit from improved coordination and resources.
Beneficiaries and Regulation: The bill primarily benefits employees and surrounding communities of chemical facilities by reducing the risk of terrorist attacks and chemical incidents. It also imposes regulatory obligations on facility owners and operators to ensure compliance with the new security standards.
Key Timelines: Following its introduction, HR 4470 has been received in the Senate for further consideration. The legislative process will determine the timeline for potential amendments, debates, and eventual passage into law. The urgency of the bill reflects ongoing concerns regarding national security and the safety of chemical infrastructure.
Yea (409)
C
Colin Allred
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
K
Ken Buck
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
C
Cori Bush
K
Ken Calvert
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
J
Jerry Carl
M
Matt Cartwright
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
A
Anthony D'Esposito
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
Anna Eshoo
A
A. Ferguson
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mike Gallagher
J
John Garamendi
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mark Green
B
Brian Higgins
J
Jeff Jackson
B
Bill Johnson
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
B
Barbara Lee
D
Debbie Lesko
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
L
Lucy McBath
L
Lisa McClain
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
M
Mary Peltola
G
Greg Pence
D
Dean Phillips
K
Katie Porter
B
Bill Posey
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Rutherford
G
George Santos
J
John Sarbanes
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
A
Abigail Spanberger
M
Michelle Steel
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
M
Michael Waltz
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
B
Brad Wenstrup
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
Nay (1)
Not Voting (23)
M
Matt Gaetz
R
Ruben Gallego
R
Raúl Grijalva
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
K
Kathy Manning
C
Chris Stewart
D
David Trone
