Finish the Wall Act
12/15/2023, 3:53 PMSummary of Bill HR 336
The Finish the Wall Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 336, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the goal of providing funding for the completion of the border wall between the United States and Mexico. The bill aims to address concerns about border security and immigration by allocating additional resources to finish construction of the wall.If passed, the Finish the Wall Act would provide funding for the construction of physical barriers, such as walls and fences, along the southern border. The bill also includes provisions for increased surveillance technology and additional resources for border patrol agents.
Supporters of the Finish the Wall Act argue that completing the border wall is necessary to secure the US-Mexico border and prevent illegal immigration and drug trafficking. They believe that a physical barrier is an effective deterrent to unauthorized entry into the country. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that the construction of a border wall is unnecessary and ineffective. They argue that the resources allocated to building the wall could be better spent on other border security measures, such as increased funding for technology and personnel. Overall, the Finish the Wall Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as both supporters and opponents continue to push for their respective positions on the issue.
Congressional Summary of HR 336
Finish the Wall Act
This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to resume activities related to the construction of a barrier system along the U.S.-Mexico border and addresses other border-related issues.
DHS must resume all such construction activities that were planned or underway prior to January 20, 2021. DHS must also expend all funds appropriated or explicitly obligated since October 1, 2016, for construction of this barrier system. DHS may not cancel contracts for activities related to such construction entered into on or before January 20, 2021.
Furthermore, within 14 days of this bill's enactment, DHS must certify to Congress that U.S. Customs and Border Protection facilities that process adults taken into custody at the border are fully compliant with certain laws related to the collection of DNA. (Among other things, these laws allow for the collection of DNA samples from non-U.S. persons detained under U.S. authority.)
