Integrating New Technologies to Empower Law Enforcement at Our Borders Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 6794 Integrating New Technologies to Empower Law Enforcement at Our Borders Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 4:33 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6794

Bill 117 hr 6794, also known as the Integrating New Technologies to Empower Law Enforcement at Our Borders Act, aims to enhance border security by implementing new technologies to assist law enforcement agencies. The bill focuses on improving surveillance and monitoring capabilities at the US borders to prevent illegal crossings and enhance overall security.

Specifically, the bill allocates funding for the development and deployment of advanced technologies such as drones, sensors, and cameras to monitor border areas more effectively. These technologies will provide real-time data to law enforcement agencies, allowing them to respond quickly to potential threats and illegal activities.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased training and resources for border patrol agents to effectively utilize these new technologies. This will help improve coordination and communication among law enforcement agencies working to secure the borders. Overall, the Integrating New Technologies to Empower Law Enforcement at Our Borders Act aims to strengthen border security and enhance the capabilities of law enforcement agencies to protect the US borders. The bill emphasizes the importance of utilizing innovative technologies to address the evolving challenges of border security in a comprehensive and effective manner.

Congressional Summary of HR 6794

Integrating New Technologies to Empower Law Enforcement at Our Borders Act

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to report to Congress a plan to identify and deploy emerging and advanced technologies (e.g., artificial intelligence, automation, and optical radar) to achieve greater situational awareness along the northern and southern U.S. borders between ports of entry. The report shall contain information including assessments of (1) how Customs and Border Protection is currently using such technologies, (2) how such technologies can address border security capability gaps, and (3) the cost of acquiring such technologies.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6794

Bill HR 6794 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 18, 2022. Bill HR 6794 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 18, 2022. Bill HR 6794's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations. as of February 19, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6794

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6794

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Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6794

Integrating New Technologies to Empower Law Enforcement at Our Borders Act

To require the Department of Homeland Security to develop a comprehensive plan to identify, deploy, and integrate emerging technologies to achieve greater situational awareness along the northern and southern borders of the United States.