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Preventing Terrorism: Reporting Suspicious Behavior in Vehicle Rentals.

New rules aim to enhance public safety by requiring vehicle rental companies to report suspicious behavior. This is intended to help prevent terrorist attacks using vehicles, while also protecting civil rights. For citizens, this means rental companies will be more vigilant about unusual situations.
Key points
Vehicle rental companies and dealers will be required to report suspicious behavior to law enforcement.
The Department of Homeland Security will develop guidelines on identifying suspicious behavior, ensuring civil rights protection.
The goal is to prevent vehicle-based terrorist attacks, which may affect vehicle rental procedures.
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2021-10-19
For 379
Against 51
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Darren Drake Act
Print number: HR 4089
Sponsor: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Process start date: 2021-06-23
Voting date: 2021-10-19
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 317
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Preventing Terrorism: Reporting Suspicious Behavior in Vehicle Rentals.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4089.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Vehicle rental companies and dealers will be required to report suspicious behavior to law enforcement.
  • The Department of Homeland Security will develop guidelines on identifying suspicious behavior, ensuring civil rights protection.
  • The goal is to prevent vehicle-based terrorist attacks, which may affect vehicle rental procedures.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 379 - 51 (Roll no. 317). (text: CR 9/29/2021 H5536)

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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