CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023 or the CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to carry out a pilot program that assesses whether allowing certain entities to participate in the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) would enhance port security, combat terrorism, prevent supply chain security breaches, or otherwise meet the goals of CTPAT.

Such entities are (1) non-asset-based third-party logistics providers that arrange international freight transportation and are licensed by the Department of Transportation; or (2) asset-based third-party logistics providers that facilitate cross-border activity, are licensed or bonded by specified federal agencies, and execute logistics services using their own warehousing assets and resources.

The bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report on the effectiveness of CTPAT.

Bill 118 s 794, also known as the CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a pilot program within the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) to enhance supply chain security and facilitate trade.

The CTPAT program is a voluntary partnership between the US government and businesses involved in international trade. It aims to improve the security of the global supply chain and prevent terrorism by implementing best practices and security measures.

The CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023 seeks to expand and improve upon the existing CTPAT program by creating a pilot program that will test new security measures and technologies. The goal of this pilot program is to identify and implement innovative ways to enhance supply chain security while also streamlining trade processes. The bill outlines the requirements for participation in the pilot program, including eligibility criteria for businesses and the types of security measures that must be implemented. It also establishes reporting requirements for participants to track the effectiveness of the pilot program. Overall, the CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023 aims to strengthen supply chain security, promote trade facilitation, and protect against terrorism. It represents a bipartisan effort to improve the security of international trade while also supporting economic growth and competitiveness.