Bill 118 s 3479, also known as the Southwest Border Regional Commission Reauthorization Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize the Southwest Border Regional Commission (SBRC) for an additional five years. The SBRC was originally established in 2008 to address economic distress and promote economic development in counties along the southwest border of the United States.
The main provisions of the bill include reauthorizing the SBRC through 2028, providing funding for the commission to carry out its mission, and expanding the commission's authority to include additional counties in Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas. The bill also includes provisions to improve coordination between the SBRC and other federal agencies, as well as to enhance transparency and accountability in the commission's operations.
Overall, the Southwest Border Regional Commission Reauthorization Act of 2023 aims to continue the work of the SBRC in promoting economic development and addressing economic distress in the southwest border region. By reauthorizing the commission and providing funding and support for its activities, the bill seeks to help improve the economic well-being of communities along the southwest border and promote growth and prosperity in the region.