Bill 118 s 5407, also known as the "Innovative Technologies for Border Security Act," aims to enhance the capabilities of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) by requiring the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a plan to identify, integrate, and deploy new, innovative, disruptive, or other emerging or advanced technologies that are safe and secure.
The goal of this bill is to improve border security along international borders and at ports of entry by utilizing cutting-edge technologies. By implementing these technologies, CBP will be better equipped to meet its mission needs and effectively carry out its duties.
The bill emphasizes the importance of ensuring that the technologies selected are safe and secure, highlighting the need for thorough vetting and testing processes. By leveraging innovative technologies, CBP will be able to enhance its surveillance, detection, and response capabilities, ultimately strengthening border security efforts.
Overall, the "Innovative Technologies for Border Security Act" seeks to modernize and optimize CBP's operations through the strategic integration of advanced technologies, ultimately enhancing the agency's ability to secure the nation's borders.