CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

10/5/2024, 11:03 AM

Summary of Bill S 794

Bill 118 s 794, also known as the CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a pilot program within the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) to enhance supply chain security and facilitate trade.

The CTPAT program is a voluntary partnership between the US government and businesses involved in international trade. It aims to improve the security of the global supply chain and prevent terrorism by implementing best practices and security measures.

The CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023 seeks to expand and improve upon the existing CTPAT program by creating a pilot program that will test new security measures and technologies. The goal of this pilot program is to identify and implement innovative ways to enhance supply chain security while also streamlining trade processes. The bill outlines the requirements for participation in the pilot program, including eligibility criteria for businesses and the types of security measures that must be implemented. It also establishes reporting requirements for participants to track the effectiveness of the pilot program. Overall, the CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023 aims to strengthen supply chain security, promote trade facilitation, and protect against terrorism. It represents a bipartisan effort to improve the security of international trade while also supporting economic growth and competitiveness.

Congressional Summary of S 794

Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023 or the CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to carry out a pilot program that assesses whether allowing certain entities to participate in the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) would enhance port security, combat terrorism, prevent supply chain security breaches, or otherwise meet the goals of CTPAT.

Such entities are (1) non-asset-based third-party logistics providers that arrange international freight transportation and are licensed by the Department of Transportation; or (2) asset-based third-party logistics providers that facilitate cross-border activity, are licensed or bonded by specified federal agencies, and execute logistics services using their own warehousing assets and resources.

The bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report on the effectiveness of CTPAT.

Current Status of Bill S 794

Bill S 794 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2023. Bill S 794 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 14, 2023.  Bill S 794's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-98. as of October 1, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 794

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 794

Primary Policy Focus

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Potential Impact Areas

Border security and unlawful immigrationCongressional oversightCustoms enforcementDrug trafficking and controlled substancesFraud offenses and financial crimesGovernment studies and investigationsHuman traffickingPublic-private cooperationSmuggling and traffickingTerrorismTransportation safety and security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 794

CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023A bill to require a pilot program on the participation of non-asset-based third-party logistics providers in the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism.Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023CTPAT Pilot Program Act of 2023Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023
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