Subterranean Border Defense Act

Bill 119 HR 495, also known as the "Counter Illicit Cross-Border Tunnel Enhancement Act," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to require annual reports on counter illicit cross-border tunnel operations.

The bill aims to enhance efforts to combat the use of tunnels for illegal activities, such as drug trafficking and human smuggling, along the US-Mexico border. It requires the Department of Homeland Security to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the number of illicit cross-border tunnels discovered, the methods used to detect and dismantle these tunnels, and any challenges or obstacles faced in these operations.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for improving coordination and information sharing among federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies involved in counter illicit cross-border tunnel operations. It also calls for the development of best practices and training programs to enhance the effectiveness of these efforts. Overall, Bill 119 HR 495 seeks to strengthen the government's ability to detect, dismantle, and prevent the use of illicit cross-border tunnels, ultimately enhancing border security and protecting the safety and security of the American people.