Pray Safe Act of 2025
The bill would create a Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Best Practices for nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and houses of worship within the Department of Homeland Security. Its purpose appears to be establishing a centralized hub that provides safety guidance, best practices, risk assessment tools, and training resources to help these groups protect themselves from threats and respond effectively to emergencies. By centralizing information and coordination within DHS, the bill aims to improve preparedness, information sharing, and access to security resources for congregations and related organizations. The “and for other purposes” language suggests additional, non-specified provisions could accompany the establishment of the clearinghouse.
Key Points
- 1The bill would establish a Federal Clearinghouse on Safety and Best Practices within the Department of Homeland Security dedicated to nonprofit, faith-based, and worship-centered organizations.
- 2The Clearinghouse would develop, curate, and disseminate safety guidance, security best practices, risk assessment tools, and training resources targeted to these communities.
- 3It would provide technical assistance and coordination with federal agencies, state and local governments, and potentially private partners to support safety and emergency preparedness.
- 4It would facilitate information sharing about threats and incidents while aiming to protect privacy and civil liberties, and it may include mechanisms for reporting or monitoring relevant security concerns.
- 5The bill would establish oversight, reporting requirements, andlor funding mechanisms to operate the Clearinghouse, with authority to pursue “other purposes” as defined in the full text.