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Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2022
12/29/2022, 7:03 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8644
Bill 117 HR 8644, also known as the Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2022, aims to improve coordination and communication among federal agencies responsible for border security. The bill focuses on enhancing technology and information sharing to better protect the United States' borders.
Key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a Border Security Technology Integration Office within the Department of Homeland Security. This office will be responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of advanced border security technologies, such as drones, sensors, and surveillance systems.
Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a Border Security Information Sharing Program, which will facilitate the sharing of intelligence and information among federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. This program aims to improve coordination and collaboration in addressing border security threats. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to enhance training and resources for border security personnel, as well as measures to improve infrastructure and facilities at ports of entry along the border. Overall, the Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2022 seeks to strengthen border security efforts through improved coordination, technology, and information sharing among federal agencies.
Key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a Border Security Technology Integration Office within the Department of Homeland Security. This office will be responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of advanced border security technologies, such as drones, sensors, and surveillance systems.
Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a Border Security Information Sharing Program, which will facilitate the sharing of intelligence and information among federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. This program aims to improve coordination and collaboration in addressing border security threats. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to enhance training and resources for border security personnel, as well as measures to improve infrastructure and facilities at ports of entry along the border. Overall, the Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2022 seeks to strengthen border security efforts through improved coordination, technology, and information sharing among federal agencies.
Congressional Summary of HR 8644
Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2022
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.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8644
Bill HR 8644 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 2, 2022. Bill HR 8644 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on August 2, 2022. Bill HR 8644's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8644
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8644
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8644
Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2022
Advanced Border Coordination Act of 2022
To establish Joint Operations Centers along the southern border of the United States, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8644
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