Secure America Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Secure America Act allocates funding to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) through fiscal year 2029. Specifically, it provides funds for personnel, border security technology, and immigration enforcement activities. This legislation is part of a reconciliation bill and aims to increase the federal deficit.
Key provisions
- Increased funding for CBP personnel for border security and enforcement.
- Funding for ICE personnel and Homeland Security Investigations, including additional child exploitation investigators.
- Allocation of funds for border security technology, including nonintrusive inspection equipment and surveillance systems.
- Investment in air and marine operations for rapid response capabilities.
- Funding to combat drug trafficking, particularly fentanyl, at U.S. borders.
- Support for the biometric entry and exit system.
- Restrictions on the procurement and deployment of surveillance towers.
- Additional appropriations for DHS operations and maintenance.
Who is affected
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
- State and local law enforcement agencies
- Individuals involved in immigration enforcement
- Victims of child sexual exploitation
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Primary sponsor
Lindsey Graham
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