Border Enforcement Security Task Force Reauthorization Act of 2017

Bill 115 s 1199, also known as the Border Enforcement Security Task Force Reauthorization Act of 2017, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize the Border Enforcement Security Task Forces (BEST) program within the Department of Homeland Security. The BEST program was originally established in 2005 to enhance border security by coordinating efforts between federal, state, local, tribal, and foreign law enforcement agencies.

The main purpose of this bill is to continue funding and supporting the BEST program in order to strengthen border security and combat transnational criminal organizations. The program focuses on targeting and dismantling criminal organizations that pose a threat to national security along the borders of the United States.

The bill outlines the responsibilities of the BEST program, which include conducting investigations, intelligence gathering, and interagency coordination to address border security threats. It also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between federal, state, local, tribal, and foreign law enforcement agencies in order to effectively combat criminal activity along the border. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for accountability and oversight of the BEST program, requiring regular reporting to Congress on the program's activities and effectiveness. It also includes measures to ensure that the program is operating in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Overall, Bill 115 s 1199 seeks to reauthorize and support the Border Enforcement Security Task Forces in their efforts to enhance border security and combat transnational criminal organizations. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and coordination between various law enforcement agencies in order to effectively address border security threats.