DHS launches free security clearinghouse for nonprofits and houses of worship
S. 2947 — Pray Safe Act of 2025 · Filed by Maggie Hassan (D-NH) · 17 cosponsors · Introduced Sep 30, 2025 · Referred to committee
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What it does
This bill creates a federal clearinghouse within the Department of Homeland Security to compile and publish best practices for safety and security at nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and houses of worship. It will serve as a centralized online resource offering security recommendations, training materials, and information about federal grant programs available to these organizations, with a designated point of contact to help applicants navigate funding opportunities.
Why we flagged it
The bill's operative mechanism is the creation and maintenance of a centralized, evidence-based clearinghouse for safety best practices and grant information. It is a facilitative, informational tool with no regulatory teeth, liability shields, or private carve-outs.
What the text implies
- The clearinghouse's effectiveness depends on voluntary participation by federal agencies in providing grant information; no enforcement mechanism compels timely or complete disclosure.
- The 4-year sunset clause means the clearinghouse will terminate unless Congress reauthorizes it, creating potential service disruption for organizations relying on the resource.
The full analysis lists 4 implications of this text.
Who it affects
The bill creates a public information resource that helps nonprofits and faith organizations access federal safety funding and evidence-based security practices, reducing barriers to preparedness. No restrictions on citizen rights or protections are imposed; the mechanism is purely informational and facilitative.