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To authorize the transfer to Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas of certain materials for the construction of the border wall, and for other purposes.

1/9/2024, 7:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3454

Bill 118 hr 3454, also known as the "Border Wall Materials Transfer Authorization Act," aims to authorize the transfer of certain materials to Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas for the construction of the border wall between the United States and Mexico. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to border security.

The bill specifies that the materials to be transferred must be used exclusively for the construction of the border wall and cannot be used for any other purpose. It also outlines the process for transferring the materials, including the responsibilities of the federal government and the receiving states.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for monitoring and reporting on the use of the transferred materials to ensure they are being used as intended. It also addresses any potential environmental impacts of the construction of the border wall and requires compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Overall, Bill 118 hr 3454 seeks to facilitate the construction of the border wall by authorizing the transfer of materials to the states of Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas, while also ensuring accountability and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Congressional Summary of HR 3454

This bill authorizes the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to transfer to Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas unused materials obtained for constructing a border wall in each respective state.

Current Status of Bill HR 3454

Bill HR 3454 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3454 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 17, 2023.  Bill HR 3454's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. as of May 18, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3454

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3454

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Potential Impact Areas

- Arizona
- Border security and unlawful immigration
- Materials
- New Mexico
- Texas

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3454

To authorize the transfer to Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas of certain materials for the construction of the border wall, and for other purposes.
To authorize the transfer to Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas of certain materials for the construction of the border wall, and for other purposes.

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