Bills · HR 4683
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4683Immigration
Securing America’s Ports of Entry Act of 2025
INTRO JUL 23· LAST ACTION JUL 24
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it aims to strengthen security and efficiency at the nation's borders, which are critical points for both trade and national safety. If this bill becomes law, the U.S. would see a consistent increase in border protection personnel, which could lead to better detection of illegal drugs, contraband, and unauthorized entry. For everyday people, this could mean smoother travel experiences and more secure supply chains for goods.
Without this bill, staffing levels at ports of entry might not keep pace with demand, potentially leading to longer wait times for travelers and cargo, and creating vulnerabilities that could be exploited by those engaged in illegal activities. The reports required by the bill would also provide Congress with crucial information about infrastructure and equipment needs, guiding future investments to protect the country more effectively.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Directs U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to hire at least 1,000 new officers annually, above attrition, until staffing requirements are met.
This aims to increase the number of officers securing borders and processing travelers and goods, potentially improving efficiency and security.
PROVISION 02
Authorizes CBP to hire support staff to handle non-law enforcement administrative tasks, freeing officers for core duties.
This ensures that newly hired officers can focus on their primary security roles rather than administrative work.
PROVISION 03
Requires CBP to submit a report within 90 days identifying infrastructure improvements and equipment needed at ports of entry, specifically to improve drug interdiction and officer safety.
This provision aims to identify concrete steps to enhance the ability to stop illegal drugs, like opioids, from entering the country and protect officers.
PROVISION 04
Requires quarterly reports to Congress on temporary reassignments of CBP officers, including details like location, duration, and cost, and mandates notification to affected facilities and employees.
This increases transparency and oversight regarding how CBP allocates its personnel and aims to mitigate negative impacts of reassignments.
SPONSORSHIP
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D· New York
YRS IN OFFICE
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BILLS LED
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ACTION TIMELINE
4 EVENTSJUL 24
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
JUL 23
Introduced in House
JUL 23
Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
JUL 23
Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4683
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 23, 2025
Last actionJul 24, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025
House BillHR 4683Immigration
Securing America’s Ports of Entry Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 24, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
7 min
COSPONSORS
2
COMPLEXITY
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