Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2022

Senate Bill 3850 - Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2022: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3850 Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Foreign Trade and International Finance. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 10:33 PM

Congressional Summary of S 3850

Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2022

This bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to increase the number of CBP officers to specified levels. If CBP does not adequately increase personnel, the Government Accountability Office must report on CBP hiring practices.

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Current Status of Bill S 3850

Bill S 3850 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 16, 2022. Bill S 3850 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on March 16, 2022. Bill S 3850's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of March 16, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3850

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3850

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Potential Impact Areas

- Aviation and airports

- Border security and unlawful immigration

- Congressional oversight

- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation

- Customs enforcement

- Department of Homeland Security

- Drug trafficking and controlled substances

- Employee hiring

- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management

- Government information and archives

- Government studies and investigations

- Law enforcement officers

- Navigation, waterways, harbors

- Worker safety and health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3850

Securing America's Ports of Entry Act of 2022

A bill to increase the number of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Customs and Border Protection officers and support staff and to require reports that identify staffing, infrastructure, and equipment needed to enhance security at ports of entry.