🏛️New Regulations for Protection of Federal Property
Protection of Federal Property
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) adopts this regulation to govern the protection of Federal property. DHS developed this regulation in consultation with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). Consistent with DHS' statutory authority, these regulations provide charging options for violations occurring on and adjacent to Federal property, update prohibited conduct to incorporate advancing technology, provide clearer public notice, and apply the regulations more uniformly to property owned, operated or secured by the Federal Government. This final rule makes no substantive changes from the proposed rule that was published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2025.
Agencies
- Homeland Security Department
Business Impact
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The regulation outlines new conduct requirements for Federal properties, which business owners interacting with such properties must comply with. Violations can lead to significant penalties. The regulation provides clarity on security responsibilities that could affect firms operating near or within Federal properties.