A bill to establish Joint Operations Centers along the southern border of the United States, and for other purposes.
1/14/2025, 7:03 PMSummary of Bill S 41
Bill 119 s 41, also known as the Joint Operations Centers along the southern border of the United States Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to establish Joint Operations Centers (JOCs) along the southern border of the United States. These JOCs would serve as collaborative hubs for various law enforcement agencies, including federal, state, and local entities, to work together in addressing border security issues.The bill outlines the specific responsibilities and functions of these JOCs, which include coordinating and sharing intelligence, conducting joint operations and patrols, and facilitating communication and collaboration among different agencies. Additionally, the legislation emphasizes the importance of utilizing technology and resources to enhance border security efforts.
In addition to establishing the JOCs, the bill also includes provisions for funding and resources to support their operations. This includes allocating funds for equipment, training, and personnel to ensure the effectiveness of the JOCs in securing the southern border. Overall, the goal of Bill 119 s 41 is to improve coordination and cooperation among law enforcement agencies along the southern border in order to enhance border security and address issues related to illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and other criminal activities. The bill aims to strengthen border security efforts through increased collaboration and resource-sharing among various agencies, ultimately working towards a safer and more secure southern border.
Congressional Summary of S 41
Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2025
This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to establish at least two Joint Operations Centers along the U.S.-Mexico border. The centers shall provide centralized operations hubs for (1) coordinating operations between federal, state, local, and tribal agencies as needed; and (2) coordinating and supporting border operations, including detecting criminal activity, such as activity related to transnational criminal organizations and illegal border crossings.
Current Status of Bill S 41
Bill S 41 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2025. Bill S 41 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 9, 2025. Bill S 41's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of January 9, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill S 41
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
2Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 41
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A bill to establish Joint Operations Centers along the southern border of the United States, and for other purposes.A bill to establish Joint Operations Centers along the southern border of the United States, and for other purposes.Comments
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