Pray Safe Act of 2025
Summary
The Pray Safe Act of 2025 aims to establish a Federal Clearinghouse within the Department of Homeland Security. This clearinghouse will focus on safety and security best practices for nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, and houses of worship. It seeks to provide resources, training, and information on federal grant programs to enhance the safety and security of these entities.
Expected Effects
The act will likely lead to increased awareness and implementation of safety and security measures within targeted organizations. It will also centralize information on federal grant opportunities. The clearinghouse is intended to serve as a primary resource for these organizations, improving their ability to prevent, protect against, and recover from threats.
Potential Benefits
- Provides a centralized resource for safety and security best practices.
- Offers training and assistance to nonprofit and faith-based organizations.
- Facilitates access to federal grant programs for security enhancements.
- Promotes evidence-based security measures.
- Enhances the resilience of community organizations against various threats.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for bureaucratic inefficiencies in establishing and maintaining the clearinghouse.
- Risk of the clearinghouse becoming a source of unfunded mandates if best practices are not financially supported.
- Sunset clause after four years may limit long-term impact.
- Possible overlap with existing resources and programs, leading to redundancy.
- The definition of 'nonprofit organization' requiring a determination of risk by the Secretary could lead to biased resource allocation.
Constitutional Alignment
The Pray Safe Act appears to align with the Constitution by promoting the general welfare and domestic tranquility, as stated in the Preamble. The First Amendment protects religious freedom, and this act aims to ensure the safety of religious institutions without establishing a religion. However, potential issues could arise if the implementation of the act infringes upon individual liberties or civil rights, necessitating careful oversight to ensure compliance with constitutional principles.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).