Summary of Bill S 309
Bill 118 s 309, also known as the Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of drug trafficking and related crimes in the Caribbean region.
The bill outlines a comprehensive strategy to combat drug trafficking along the Caribbean border. It calls for increased cooperation between the United States and Caribbean countries in order to disrupt and dismantle drug trafficking organizations operating in the region. This includes providing support for law enforcement efforts, enhancing border security measures, and promoting regional partnerships to combat drug trafficking.
Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of drug trafficking, such as poverty, lack of economic opportunities, and corruption. It calls for increased investment in programs that promote economic development, education, and job training in the Caribbean region.
Overall, the Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act aims to strengthen the United States' efforts to combat drug trafficking in the Caribbean region and promote stability and security in the area. It highlights the importance of international cooperation and comprehensive strategies in addressing the complex issue of drug trafficking.
Congressional Summary of S 309
Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act
This bill provides statutory authority for the requirement for the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) to include a Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy in its National Drug Control Strategy. This strategy must include measures for preventing the illegal trafficking of drugs through the Caribbean region into the United States, including measures to combat drug trafficking and drug-related violent crime in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The bill also revises ONDCP's authorization to (1) add definitions for state and for United States to specify that its authorization includes U.S. territories and possessions, and (2) revise the definition for supply reduction to ensure that the National Drug Control Strategy includes efforts to disrupt the financial networks of drug trafficking organizations.