Countering Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations in Cyberspace Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 2715 Countering Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations in Cyberspace Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/13/2024, 6:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 2715

Bill 118 s 2715, also known as the Countering Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations in Cyberspace Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing the growing threat posed by Mexican transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) in cyberspace.

The bill seeks to enhance the ability of US law enforcement agencies to combat TCOs operating in cyberspace by providing additional resources and tools. It authorizes the Department of Justice to work with international partners to investigate and prosecute TCOs engaged in cybercrime, including drug trafficking, human trafficking, and money laundering.

Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a task force dedicated to countering Mexican TCOs in cyberspace, which will be responsible for coordinating efforts across various government agencies and developing strategies to disrupt and dismantle these criminal organizations. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to enhance information sharing and cooperation between US and Mexican law enforcement agencies, as well as measures to strengthen cybersecurity defenses to protect against TCOs' cyberattacks. Overall, the Countering Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations in Cyberspace Act of 2023 aims to address the evolving threat posed by Mexican TCOs in cyberspace and enhance the ability of US law enforcement agencies to combat these criminal organizations effectively.

Congressional Summary of S 2715

Countering Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations in Cyberspace Act of 2023

This bill authorizes the Department of Defense to conduct cyber operations in consultation with Mexico to detect and monitor Mexican transnational criminal organizations engaged in illegal activities such as drug smuggling, human trafficking, or weapons trafficking.

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Current Status of Bill S 2715

Bill S 2715 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill S 2715 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023. Bill S 2715's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of July 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2715

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2715

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2715

Countering Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations in Cyberspace Act of 2023Countering Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations in Cyberspace Act of 2023A bill to authorize the Secretary of Defense to conduct detection, monitoring, and other operations in cyberspace to counter Mexican transnational criminal organizations that are engaged in certain activities that cross the southern border of the United States, and for other purposes.

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