Bills · HR 1861
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1861Immigration
Checkpoint Modernization Act
INTRO MAR 5· LAST ACTION MAR 5
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it aims to directly impact border security operations, agent safety, and traffic flow in key areas. If passed, it means more resources would be directed towards upgrading border infrastructure, potentially leading to more efficient enforcement and a smoother experience for law-abiding travelers. For those concerned about border management, this bill represents a direct investment in the physical structures used by Border Patrol.
However, it also matters because it proposes to fund these renovations by canceling unspent money from an existing environmental and climate justice program. This aspect could be significant for voters who prioritize environmental initiatives or, conversely, those who see the need to reallocate funds to border security. If it doesn't pass, the checkpoints would likely continue to operate as they are, without the specified renovations or the redirection of funds from the EPA program.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to prioritize renovating Border Patrol checkpoints to improve agent safety, enhance detection of illegal activities, and reduce traffic congestion.
This provision directly addresses operational efficiency and safety at border checkpoints.
PROVISION 02
Authorizes at least $150 million annually for fiscal years 2025 through 2028 for these renovation projects.
This provides a specific funding mechanism to carry out the checkpoint modernization.
PROVISION 03
Permanently rescinds (cancels) the unobligated balance of funds allocated to the Environmental Protection Agency for environmental and climate justice block grants under the Clean Air Act.
This reallocates funds from an environmental program to border security initiatives, representing a shift in spending priorities.
PROVISION 04
Mandates annual reports from the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to Congress detailing the costs, status, and justifications of the renovation projects.
This ensures oversight and accountability for the spending and progress of the renovation efforts.
SPONSORSHIP
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R· Texas
YRS IN OFFICE
5
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSMAR 5
Introduced in House
MAR 5
Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
MAR 5
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1861
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 5, 2025
Last actionMar 5, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2025
House BillHR 1861Immigration
Checkpoint Modernization Act
INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 5, 2025
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
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