Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 1802 Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/20/2023, 5:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1802

Bill 118 hr 1802, also known as the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize funding for the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI), which is a regional security partnership between the United States and Caribbean countries.

The CBSI aims to enhance security in the Caribbean region by addressing key security challenges such as transnational crime, drug trafficking, and gang violence. The initiative also focuses on promoting economic development, good governance, and social inclusion in the region.

If passed, Bill 118 hr 1802 would provide funding for various programs and activities under the CBSI, including training and capacity-building for law enforcement agencies, support for border security initiatives, and assistance for programs aimed at preventing youth involvement in crime. Overall, the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act seeks to strengthen security cooperation between the United States and Caribbean countries in order to promote stability and prosperity in the region.

Congressional Summary of HR 1802

Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act

This bill provides statutory authority for the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development to carry out the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative in 13 specified Caribbean countries for fiscal years 2024-2028.

Among the specified purposes for this initiative are (1) promoting citizen safety, security, and rule of law; (2) countering transnational criminal organizations and local gangs; (3) combatting corruption; and (4) countering malign influence from authoritarian regimes.

Additionally, the bill directs the State Department to promote natural disaster response and resilience in the 13 specified Caribbean countries.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1802

Bill HR 1802 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2023. Bill HR 1802 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 27, 2023. Bill HR 1802's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1802

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1802

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Antigua and Barbuda

- Asia

- Bahamas

- Barbados

- Border security and unlawful immigration

- Caribbean area

- China

- Computer security and identity theft

- Congressional oversight

- Crime prevention

- Crimes against animals and natural resources

- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation

- Criminal procedure and sentencing

- Cuba

- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad

- Disaster relief and insurance

- Dominica

- Dominican Republic

- Educational guidance

- Elementary and secondary education

- Emergency planning and evacuation

- Employment and training programs

- Firearms and explosives

- First responders and emergency personnel

- Foreign aid and international relief

- Fraud offenses and financial crimes

- Grenada

- Guyana

- Human rights

- Human trafficking

- Infrastructure development

- Iran

- Jamaica

- Judges

- Judicial procedure and administration

- Juvenile crime and gang violence

- Latin America

- Law enforcement administration and funding

- Law enforcement officers

- Military assistance, sales, and agreements

- Natural disasters

- Nicaragua

- Organized crime

- Performance measurement

- Rule of law and government transparency

- Russia

- Saint Kitts and Nevis

- Saint Lucia

- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

- Smuggling and trafficking

- Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

- Suriname

- Telephone and wireless communication

- Trinidad and Tobago

- U.S. and foreign investments

- Venezuela

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1802

Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act

To authorize the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, to enhance the United States-Caribbean security partnership, to prioritize natural disaster resilience, and for other purposes.