Northern Border Security Enhancement and Review Act

1/3/2025, 8:58 PM
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 684.
Bill 118 s 5092, also known as the Northern Border Security Enhancement and Review Act, aims to improve security measures along the northern border of the United States. The bill was introduced in the Senate on March 3, 2021, by Senator Gary Peters from Michigan.

The main goal of this legislation is to enhance the security infrastructure and technology along the northern border to prevent illegal crossings and protect against potential threats. The bill calls for a comprehensive review of current security measures and the development of a strategy to address any gaps or weaknesses in border security.

Additionally, the bill seeks to increase coordination and collaboration between federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies to improve information sharing and response capabilities. It also includes provisions for increased training and resources for border patrol agents and other personnel responsible for securing the northern border. Overall, the Northern Border Security Enhancement and Review Act aims to strengthen border security along the northern border of the United States and ensure that the necessary measures are in place to protect the country from potential threats. The bill is currently under review in the Senate and has garnered bipartisan support for its efforts to enhance national security.
Congress
118

Number
S - 5092

Introduced on
2024-09-18

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/18/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 684.
Bill 118 s 5092, also known as the Northern Border Security Enhancement and Review Act, aims to improve security measures along the northern border of the United States. The bill was introduced in the Senate on March 3, 2021, by Senator Gary Peters from Michigan.

The main goal of this legislation is to enhance the security infrastructure and technology along the northern border to prevent illegal crossings and protect against potential threats. The bill calls for a comprehensive review of current security measures and the development of a strategy to address any gaps or weaknesses in border security.

Additionally, the bill seeks to increase coordination and collaboration between federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies to improve information sharing and response capabilities. It also includes provisions for increased training and resources for border patrol agents and other personnel responsible for securing the northern border. Overall, the Northern Border Security Enhancement and Review Act aims to strengthen border security along the northern border of the United States and ensure that the necessary measures are in place to protect the country from potential threats. The bill is currently under review in the Senate and has garnered bipartisan support for its efforts to enhance national security.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Northern Border Security Review Act to require updates to the northern border threat analysis and northern border strategy, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Immigration

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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 684.