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H.R. 3425 · 119th Congress (2025-2026)
2 members · Left 1 · Center 0 · Right 1 (Bill Ranking)
| Sponsor | Rep. Kennedy, Mike (R-UT) (Introduced 05/15/2025) |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Voting Record | Right · DW-NOMINATE +0.65 · measured from every roll-call vote this member has cast (voteview.com) (Sponsor Ranking) |
| Support |
LLLCLRR support across the spectrum: 2 members signed on (Bill Ranking) this bill: sponsor + current cosponsors, each once |
| Committees | Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee; House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee; House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee; House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee; House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee |
| Latest Action | 09/09/2025 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. |
| Roll Call Votes | 1 |
| Source | view on congress.gov → |
Introduced in House (05/15/2025)
Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 or the POST Act of 2025
The bill directs the Federal Protective Service (FPS) to improve the performance of security personnel contracted to protect federal buildings and to report on such efforts to Congress.
Within one year after the bill's enactment, FPS must establish performance testing and improvement protocols for contract security personnel. Specifically, FPS shall (1) establish standards for the collection, maintenance, and analysis of covert testing data; (2) conduct quarterly analytical reviews of covert testing data to identify trends and opportunities for operational improvement; (3) establish a mandatory, cause-specific corrective training and performance improvement plan for any individual who fails a covert test; and (4) update security training guidance to address failed covert tests, emerging threats, and best practices. FPS must report to Congress about implementation upon completion and annually thereafter.
Within 180 days after the bill’s enactment, FPS must assess whether to replace or upgrade its tracking system for managing and monitoring the deployment availability of contract security personnel. FPS must develop (1) an implementation plan that includes a timeline for the replacement or update; and (2) procedures to ensure timely and accurate communication to building tenants regarding contract security personnel absences or other gaps in coverage. FPS must report to Congress on the assessment within one year after the bill's enactment and annually for the next three years.
119 HR 3425 EH: POST Act of 2025 U.S. House of Representatives text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. I 119th CONGRESS1st Session H. R. 3425
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AN ACT To direct the Director of the Federal Protective Service to establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in the protection of certain buildings and grounds, and for other purposes.
1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 or the POST Act of 2025.
2.Improved data collection and performance accountability (a)In generalNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the Federal Protective Service shall establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in the protection of buildings and grounds that are owned, occupied, or secured by the General Services Administration Public Buildings Service. (b)Oversight of contract security personnelIn carrying out the activities described in subsection (a), the Director shall— (1)establish standards for the collection, maintenance, and analysis of covert testing data, including the creation of a comprehensive and uniform method for documenting test outcomes, identifying root causes of failures, and categorizing types of vulnerabilities detected; (2)begin conducting quarterly analytical reviews of covert testing data to identify trends, recurring deficiencies, and opportunities for operational improvement across all covered facilities; (3)direct the security contractor who is providing security services to the Federal Protective Service to establish a mandatory, cause-specific corrective training and performance improvement plan for any contract security personnel who fail a covert test and review the security contractor’s performance improvement plan to ensure that the security contractor has and will provide appropriate training and procedures to avoid any future covert testing failures; and (4)develop updated security training guidance for contract security personnel to reflect findings from covert testing data, emerging threats, and best practices. (c)Report to CongressUpon completion of the activities described in subsection (b), and annually thereafter, the Director shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate an report on the implementation of the requirements of this section, including any identified challenges and recommendations for additional legislative action.
3.Personnel shift management and system modernization (a)Evaluation of the personnel tracking systemNot later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the Federal Protective Service shall— (1)conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the personnel tracking system used to manage and monitor the deployment availability of contract security personnel; (2)determine whether to replace the system described in paragraph (1) with a more reliable personnel tracking platform, including private sector solutions, or whether to implement corrective actions to improve the system described in paragraph (1), including technical, operational, or administrative fixes; and (3)develop and publish an implementation plan that includes— (A)a timeline for completion of system replacement or corrective actions; and (B)procedures to ensure timely and accurate communication to building tenants regarding contract security personnel shortages or absences or security coverage gaps. (b)Report to CongressNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 3 years, the Director shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report that includes— (1)the determination made under subsection (a)(2); (2)a detailed summary of any implementation actions undertaken pursuant to subsection (a); (3)an evaluation of the effectiveness of tenant communication protocols; and (4)any recommendations for additional legislative or administrative actions.
4.Savings clauseNothing in this Act shall be construed as designating an employee of a contractor of the Department of Homeland Security who is engaged in the protection of Federal property pursuant to section 1315 of title 40, United States Code, as a Federal employee. Passed the House of Representatives September 8, 2025.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
119 HR 3425 IH: Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 U.S. House of Representatives 2025-05-15 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. I119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 3425IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESMay 15, 2025Mr. Kennedy of Utah introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and InfrastructureA BILLTo direct the Director of the Federal Protective Service to establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in the protection of certain buildings and grounds, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 or the POST Act of 2025.
2.Improved data collection and performance accountability(a)In generalNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the Federal Protective Service shall establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in the protection of buildings and grounds that are owned, occupied, or secured by the General Services Administration Public Buildings Service.(b)Oversight of contract security personnelIn carrying out the activities described in subsection (a), the Director shall—(1)establish standards for the collection, maintenance, and analysis of covert testing data, including the creation of a comprehensive and uniform method for documenting test outcomes, identifying root causes of failures, and categorizing types of vulnerabilities detected;(2)begin conducting quarterly analytical reviews of covert testing data to identify trends, recurring deficiencies, and opportunities for operational improvement across all covered facilities;(3)establish a mandatory, cause-specific corrective training and performance improvement plan for any contract security personnel who fails a covert test; and(4)develop updated security training guidance for contract security personnel to reflect findings from covert testing data, emerging threats, and best practices.(c)Report to CongressUpon completion of the activities described in subsection (b), and annually thereafter, the Director shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate an report on the implementation of the requirements of this section, including any identified challenges and recommendations for additional legislative action.3.Personnel shift management and system modernization(a)Evaluation of the personnel tracking systemNot later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the Federal Protective Service shall—(1)conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the personnel tracking system used to manage and monitor the deployment availability of contract security personnel;(2)determine whether to replace the system described in paragraph (1) with a more reliable personnel tracking platform, including private sector solutions, or whether to implement corrective actions to improve the system described in paragraph (1), including technical, operational, or administrative fixes; and(3)develop and publish an implementation plan that includes—(A)a timeline for completion of system replacement or corrective actions; and (B)procedures to ensure timely and accurate communication to building tenants regarding contract security personnel shortages or absences or security coverage gaps.(b)Report to CongressNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 3 years, the Director shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report that includes—(1)the determination made under subsection (a)(2);(2)a detailed summary of any implementation actions undertaken pursuant to subsection (a);(3)an evaluation of the effectiveness of tenant communication protocols; and(4)any recommendations for additional legislative or administrative actions.
119 HR 3425 : Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 U.S. House of Representatives 2025-09-09 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IIB119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 3425IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESSeptember 9, 2025Received; read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental AffairsAN ACTTo direct the Director of the Federal Protective Service to establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in the protection of certain buildings and grounds, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 or the POST Act of 2025.
2.Improved data collection and performance accountability(a)In generalNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the Federal Protective Service shall establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in the protection of buildings and grounds that are owned, occupied, or secured by the General Services Administration Public Buildings Service.(b)Oversight of contract security personnelIn carrying out the activities described in subsection (a), the Director shall—(1)establish standards for the collection, maintenance, and analysis of covert testing data, including the creation of a comprehensive and uniform method for documenting test outcomes, identifying root causes of failures, and categorizing types of vulnerabilities detected;(2)begin conducting quarterly analytical reviews of covert testing data to identify trends, recurring deficiencies, and opportunities for operational improvement across all covered facilities;(3)direct the security contractor who is providing security services to the Federal Protective Service to establish a mandatory, cause-specific corrective training and performance improvement plan for any contract security personnel who fail a covert test and review the security contractor’s performance improvement plan to ensure that the security contractor has and will provide appropriate training and procedures to avoid any future covert testing failures; and(4)develop updated security training guidance for contract security personnel to reflect findings from covert testing data, emerging threats, and best practices.(c)Report to CongressUpon completion of the activities described in subsection (b), and annually thereafter, the Director shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate an report on the implementation of the requirements of this section, including any identified challenges and recommendations for additional legislative action.3.Personnel shift management and system modernization(a)Evaluation of the personnel tracking systemNot later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the Federal Protective Service shall—(1)conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the personnel tracking system used to manage and monitor the deployment availability of contract security personnel;(2)determine whether to replace the system described in paragraph (1) with a more reliable personnel tracking platform, including private sector solutions, or whether to implement corrective actions to improve the system described in paragraph (1), including technical, operational, or administrative fixes; and(3)develop and publish an implementation plan that includes—(A)a timeline for completion of system replacement or corrective actions; and (B)procedures to ensure timely and accurate communication to building tenants regarding contract security personnel shortages or absences or security coverage gaps.(b)Report to CongressNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 3 years, the Director shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report that includes—(1)the determination made under subsection (a)(2);(2)a detailed summary of any implementation actions undertaken pursuant to subsection (a);(3)an evaluation of the effectiveness of tenant communication protocols; and(4)any recommendations for additional legislative or administrative actions.4.Savings clauseNothing in this Act shall be construed as designating an employee of a contractor of the Department of Homeland Security who is engaged in the protection of Federal property pursuant to section 1315 of title 40, United States Code, as a Federal employee.Passed the House of Representatives September 8, 2025.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
119 HR 3425 RH: POST Act of 2025 U.S. House of Representatives 2025-09-08 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IBUnion Calendar No. 196119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 3425[Report No. 119–239]IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESMay 15, 2025Mr. Kennedy of Utah introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and InfrastructureSeptember 8, 2025Additional sponsor: Mr. FiguresSeptember 8, 2025Reported with an amendment, committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union, and ordered to be printedStrike out all after the enacting clause and insert the part printed in italicFor text of introduced bill, see copy of bill as introduced on May 15, 2025A BILLTo direct the Director of the Federal Protective Service to establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in the protection of certain buildings and grounds, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 or the POST Act of 2025.
2.Improved data collection and performance accountability(a)In generalNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the Federal Protective Service shall establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in the protection of buildings and grounds that are owned, occupied, or secured by the General Services Administration Public Buildings Service.(b)Oversight of contract security personnelIn carrying out the activities described in subsection (a), the Director shall—(1)establish standards for the collection, maintenance, and analysis of covert testing data, including the creation of a comprehensive and uniform method for documenting test outcomes, identifying root causes of failures, and categorizing types of vulnerabilities detected;(2)begin conducting quarterly analytical reviews of covert testing data to identify trends, recurring deficiencies, and opportunities for operational improvement across all covered facilities;(3)direct the security contractor who is providing security services to the Federal Protective Service to establish a mandatory, cause-specific corrective training and performance improvement plan for any contract security personnel who fail a covert test and review the security contractor’s performance improvement plan to ensure that the security contractor has and will provide appropriate training and procedures to avoid any future covert testing failures; and(4)develop updated security training guidance for contract security personnel to reflect findings from covert testing data, emerging threats, and best practices.(c)Report to CongressUpon completion of the activities described in subsection (b), and annually thereafter, the Director shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate an report on the implementation of the requirements of this section, including any identified challenges and recommendations for additional legislative action.3.Personnel shift management and system modernization(a)Evaluation of the personnel tracking systemNot later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the Federal Protective Service shall—(1)conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the personnel tracking system used to manage and monitor the deployment availability of contract security personnel;(2)determine whether to replace the system described in paragraph (1) with a more reliable personnel tracking platform, including private sector solutions, or whether to implement corrective actions to improve the system described in paragraph (1), including technical, operational, or administrative fixes; and(3)develop and publish an implementation plan that includes—(A)a timeline for completion of system replacement or corrective actions; and (B)procedures to ensure timely and accurate communication to building tenants regarding contract security personnel shortages or absences or security coverage gaps.(b)Report to CongressNot later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 3 years, the Director shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report that includes—(1)the determination made under subsection (a)(2);(2)a detailed summary of any implementation actions undertaken pursuant to subsection (a);(3)an evaluation of the effectiveness of tenant communication protocols; and(4)any recommendations for additional legislative or administrative actions.4.Savings clauseNothing in this Act shall be construed as designating an employee of a contractor of the Department of Homeland Security who is engaged in the protection of Federal property pursuant to section 1315 of title 40, United States Code, as a Federal employee.September 8, 2025Reported with an amendment, committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union, and ordered to be printed
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| Date | Chamber | All Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2025 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 05/15/2025 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 05/15/2025 | House floor actions | Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. |
| 05/16/2025 | House committee actions | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. |
| 06/11/2025 | House committee actions | Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Discharged |
| 06/11/2025 | House committee actions | Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
| 06/11/2025 | House committee actions | Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. |
| 09/08/2025 | Library of Congress | Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Rept. 119-239. |
| 09/08/2025 | House floor actions | Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Rept. 119-239. |
| 09/08/2025 | House floor actions | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 196. |
| 09/08/2025 | House floor actions | Mr. Barrett moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended. |
| 09/08/2025 | House floor actions | Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3877-3879) |
| 09/08/2025 | House floor actions | DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3425. |
| 09/08/2025 | House floor actions | At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed. |
| 09/08/2025 | House floor actions | Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3881-3882) |
| 09/08/2025 | Library of Congress | Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 241). (text: CR H3877-3878) |
| 09/08/2025 | House floor actions | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 241). (text: CR H3877-3878) |
| 09/08/2025 | House floor actions | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 09/09/2025 | Senate | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. |
| Title Type | Title |
|---|---|
| Official Titles from EH (Engrossed in House) bill text | To direct the Director of the Federal Protective Service to establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in the protection of certain buildings and grounds, and for other purposes. |
| Short Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill text | POST Act of 2025 |
| Short Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill text | Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 |
| Short Title(s) as Passed House | Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 |
| Display Title | Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 |
| Short Title(s) as Reported to House | Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 |
| Short Title(s) as Introduced | Personnel Oversight and Shift Tracking Act of 2025 |
| Short Title(s) as Introduced | POST Act of 2025 |
| Official Title as Introduced | To direct the Director of the Federal Protective Service to establish processes to strengthen oversight, performance, and accountability of contract security personnel engaged in the protection of certain buildings and grounds, and for other purposes. |
There are no amendments to this bill.
* = Original cosponsor
| Committee | Activity |
|---|---|
| Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee | 09/09/2025 Referred To |
| House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee | 09/08/2025 Reported By |
| House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee | 06/11/2025 Markup By |
| House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee | 06/11/2025 Discharged from |
| House - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee | 05/15/2025 Referred To |
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