The Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 7832, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to promote the development and implementati...
on of new and advanced technologies to enhance border security.
If passed, the bill would require the Department of Homeland Security to establish a program to research, test, and evaluate emerging technologies that could be used to improve border security. This program would focus on technologies such as drones, sensors, artificial intelligence, and biometrics.
Additionally, the bill would allocate funding for the deployment of these technologies along the US-Mexico border and other high-priority areas. The goal is to increase the effectiveness of border security measures and better protect the country from illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and other threats.
Overall, the Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act aims to modernize and strengthen border security through the use of cutting-edge technologies. Supporters of the bill believe that investing in these innovations will lead to more efficient and effective border protection, while critics may argue about the potential costs and privacy concerns associated with these technologies.