S Bill 794 CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: Senate

Introduced date: 2023-03-14

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.

Recent Activity

Became Public Law No: 118-98.

Alternative Names

CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

A bill to require a pilot program on the participation of non-asset-based third-party logistics providers in the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism.

Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023

CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023

Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023

CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023

Associated Legislation

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024

CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

Policy Areas

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Potential Impact

Border security and unlawful immigration

Congressional oversight

Customs enforcement

Drug trafficking and controlled substances

Fraud offenses and financial crimes

Government studies and investigations

Human trafficking

Public-private cooperation

Smuggling and trafficking

Terrorism

Transportation safety and security

Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE]

Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]

Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]

Committees and Subcommittees

Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee

Variations and Revisions

CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

10/5/2024, 11:03 AM

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 w...

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 enh...
Congress
118

Number
S - 794

Introduced on
2023-03-14

# Amendments
1

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate
To President
Signed by President
Became Public Law

Purpose and Summary

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 w...

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 enh...
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to require a pilot program on the participation of non-asset-based third-party logistics providers in the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism.

Policy Areas
Foreign Trade and International Finance

Potential Impact
Border security and unlawful immigration•
Congressional oversight•
Customs enforcement•
Drug trafficking and controlled substances•
Fraud offenses and financial crimes•
Government studies and investigations•
Human trafficking•
Public-private cooperation•
Smuggling and trafficking•
Terrorism•
Transportation safety and security

Comments

APPROVED
EH
Ephraim Hartman
This thing is gonna mess everything up for us. I don't like it at all.

APPROVED
RS
Ryder Schaefer
I'm all for this new bill. It's gonna help tighten up security and make sure our borders are safe. Short term, it might cause some delays, but it's worth it for our safety.

APPROVED
AC
Astrid Carey
I can't believe this bill is gonna make it even harder for small businesses like mine to compete. It's like they don't care about us at all. This is gonna hit me right in the wallet, and I don't know how I'm gonna make ends meet. It's just not fair.

Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/3/2023

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 w...


Latest Action10/1/2024
Became Public Law No: 118-98.