National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program Reassignment and Funding Reform Act of 2026

Q: What does Preamble of National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program Reassignment and Funding Reform Act of 2026 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To provide for the transfer to the Office for State and Local Law Enforcement of the Department of Homeland Security of the National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program of the Department, and for other purposes,' aims to transfer the National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program to the Office for State and Local Law Enforcement within the Department of Homeland Security. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 3, 2026.

Q: What does SHORT TITLE. of National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program Reassignment and Funding Reform Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program Reassignment and Funding Reform Act of 2026.

Q: What does FINDINGS. of National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program Reassignment and Funding Reform Act of 2026 do?

Congress finds the NTER Program critical for equipping SLTT partners The NTER Program serves non-Federal stakeholders and is distinct from national intelligence priorities The OSLLE is responsible for coordinating with SLTT law enforcement and managing the NTER Program Current funding of the NTER Program through NIP appropriations is inconsistent with its mission

Q: What does TRANSFER OF NTER PROGRAM. of National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program Reassignment and Funding Reform Act of 2026 do?

This section mandates the transfer of the National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program (NTER Program) from the Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A) to the Office for State and Local Law Enforcement (OSLLE) within 180 days of the Act's enactment. The Secretary of Homeland Security must ensure continuity of the NTER Program's mission and operations during the transfer and maintain engagement with State, local, Tribal, and territorial (SLTT) partners. The transfer includes personnel, assets, equipment, records, and unexpended funds related to the NTER Program. The transfer is restricted to prevent any reduction in capabilities or services provided to SLTT partners. Funds from the National Intelligence Program (NIP) cannot be used for the NTER Program after the transfer's effective date. The Secretary of Homeland Security must identify and allocate alternative funding sources, such as State and local program appropriations, to support the NTER Program's operation and expansion. The Secretary must submit reports to the House and Senate Homeland Security Committees every 180 days for two years, detailing the transfer's progress, impact on operations, funding adjustments, and any challenges encountered.

Last updated: 3/3/2026 · Introduced: 3/3/2026

Author: Gabe Evans (R-CO)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill transfers the National Threat Evaluation and Reporting Program (NTER) from the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Intelligence and Analysis to the Office for State and Local Law Enforcement.
The bill prohibits the use of National Intelligence Program (NIP) funds for the NTER Program after the transfer and requires the Department of Homeland Security to identify alternative funding sources.
The Department of Homeland Security must report to Congress on the transfer's progress, operational impact, and funding adjustments for two years.

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