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Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2023
1/14/2025, 7:03 PM
Summary of Bill S 1253
The Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1253, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at enhancing security measures at the country's ports of entry. The bill focuses on improving the screening and inspection processes for individuals and goods entering the United States through ports of entry, such as airports, seaports, and land border crossings.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the allocation of additional resources and funding to enhance the capabilities of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers stationed at ports of entry. This includes increasing the number of officers, improving training programs, and investing in new technologies to better detect and prevent illegal activities, such as drug trafficking and human smuggling.
The bill also calls for the implementation of stricter security protocols, including enhanced background checks for individuals seeking entry into the United States and increased coordination between federal agencies responsible for border security. Additionally, the legislation emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and information sharing to combat transnational threats and ensure the safety and security of the country's ports of entry. Overall, the Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the nation's border security infrastructure and protect against potential threats posed by individuals and goods entering the United States through ports of entry. By enhancing screening and inspection processes, increasing resources for CBP officers, and promoting international cooperation, the bill seeks to improve the overall security of the country's borders and safeguard the well-being of its citizens.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the allocation of additional resources and funding to enhance the capabilities of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers stationed at ports of entry. This includes increasing the number of officers, improving training programs, and investing in new technologies to better detect and prevent illegal activities, such as drug trafficking and human smuggling.
The bill also calls for the implementation of stricter security protocols, including enhanced background checks for individuals seeking entry into the United States and increased coordination between federal agencies responsible for border security. Additionally, the legislation emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and information sharing to combat transnational threats and ensure the safety and security of the country's ports of entry. Overall, the Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the nation's border security infrastructure and protect against potential threats posed by individuals and goods entering the United States through ports of entry. By enhancing screening and inspection processes, increasing resources for CBP officers, and promoting international cooperation, the bill seeks to improve the overall security of the country's borders and safeguard the well-being of its citizens.
Congressional Summary of S 1253
Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2023
This bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to increase the number of CBP officers to specified levels. If CBP does not adequately increase personnel, the Government Accountability Office must report on CBP hiring practices.
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Current Status of Bill S 1253
Bill S 1253 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 20, 2023. Bill S 1253 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 20, 2023. Bill S 1253's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 696. as of December 16, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1253
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
5Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
7Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
3Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1253
Primary Policy Focus
Foreign Trade and International FinancePotential Impact Areas
- Aviation and airports
- Border security and unlawful immigration
- Congressional oversight
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Customs enforcement
- Department of Homeland Security
- Drug trafficking and controlled substances
- Employee hiring
- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
- Government information and archives
- Government studies and investigations
- Law enforcement officers
- Navigation, waterways, harbors
- Worker safety and health
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1253
Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2023
Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2023
A bill to increase the number of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Customs and Border Protection officers and support staff and to require reports that identify staffing, infrastructure, and equipment needed to enhance security at ports of entry.
Comments

Willa George
442
11 months ago
This bill is so dumb, like why do we even need it? It's just a waste of time and money. I don't get why people are making such a big deal about it. Like, who cares about securing ports of entry? It's not like it affects me personally or anything. People need to focus on more important issues instead of this nonsense. #ridiculous #wasteoftime #politics This bill is important for the safety and security of our country.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1253
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