Reducing Excessive Vetting Authorities to Maintain our Ports Act

12/20/2024, 4:56 PM

This bill directs U.S. Customs Border and Protection (CBP) to establish procedures for performing repairs and maintenance projects below a certain cost at certain federally owned ports of entry.

Specifically, these procedures shall cover repair and maintenance projects at federally owned ports of entry that engage in certain activities, such as entry inspections and activities to prevent the entry of illicit drugs, agricultural pests, and contraband. The procedures shall cover projects that cost no more than $300,000, with this cap to be adjusted annually for inflation.

CBP may perform such repair and maintenance projects in accordance with the procedures established under this bill.

The REVAMP Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 8150, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to reform and modernize the federal government's approach to managing and disposing of excess and underutilized real property.

The bill aims to streamline the process of selling or leasing federal properties that are no longer needed or are not being used efficiently. This would help the government save money by reducing maintenance costs and generating revenue from the sale or lease of these properties.

Additionally, the REVAMP Act seeks to improve transparency and accountability in the management of federal real property. It would require agencies to regularly report on the status of their real property holdings and provide updates on their efforts to dispose of excess properties. Overall, the REVAMP Act is designed to promote more efficient and effective management of federal real property, ultimately saving taxpayer dollars and improving the overall functioning of the federal government.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 8150
Introduced on
2024-04-29
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/29/2024
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This bill directs U.S. Customs Border and Protection (CBP) to establish procedures for performing repairs and maintenance projects below a certain cost at certain federally owned ports of entry.

Specifically, these procedures shall cover repair and maintenance projects at federally owned ports of entry that engage in certain activities, such as entry inspections and activities to prevent the entry of illicit drugs, agricultural pests, and contraband. The procedures shall cover projects that cost no more than $300,000, with this cap to be adjusted annually for inflation.

CBP may perform such repair and maintenance projects in accordance with the procedures established under this bill.

The REVAMP Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 8150, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to reform and modernize the federal government's approach to managing and disposing of excess and underutilized real property.

The bill aims to streamline the process of selling or leasing federal properties that are no longer needed or are not being used efficiently. This would help the government save money by reducing maintenance costs and generating revenue from the sale or lease of these properties.

Additionally, the REVAMP Act seeks to improve transparency and accountability in the management of federal real property. It would require agencies to regularly report on the status of their real property holdings and provide updates on their efforts to dispose of excess properties. Overall, the REVAMP Act is designed to promote more efficient and effective management of federal real property, ultimately saving taxpayer dollars and improving the overall functioning of the federal government.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to establish procedures for conducting maintenance projects at ports of entry at which the Office of Field Operations conducts certain enforcement and facilitation activities.
Policy Areas
Immigration
Potential Impact
Border security and unlawful immigration•
Congressional oversight•
Customs enforcement•
Government buildings, facilities, and property•
Navigation, waterways, harbors

Comments

APPROVED
TW
Theo Wilson
@bilberry_star_anise_potato91557
This bill, it make me sad. It take away important vetting authorities for our ports. It not good for safety. I hope they change it.
APPROVED
XB
Ximena Berg
@azuki_bean_mushroom_potato_bread73571
OMG, this new bill is like so totally gonna change everything! I can't believe they're actually gonna do this, it's like crazy! I mean, who even came up with this idea? It's gonna mess everything up, I just know it. I can't even imagine how this is g...
APPROVED
KF
Kassidy Ferrell
@gooseberry_broccoflower_quince78032
This new bill is gonna change things for the better. Can't wait to see how it all plays out! #HR8150 #REVAMPAct

Related

Member:  Monica De La Cruz
Bill Update Alert:  A bill to require the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to establish procedures for conducting maintenance projects at ports of entry at which the Office of Field Operations conducts certain enforcement and facilitation activities.
Committee:  Ways and Means
Committee:  Homeland Security

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/16/2024

This bill directs U.S. Customs Border and Protection (CBP) to establish procedures for performing repairs and maintenance projects below a certain cost at certain federally owned ports of entry.

Specifically, these procedures shall cover rep...

Latest Action12/17/2024
Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 715.