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To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to relocate to the State of Texas the headquarters of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes.
1/23/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 195
Bill 119 HR 195, also known as the "Customs and Border Protection Headquarters Relocation Act," aims to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to move the headquarters of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to the State of Texas. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the relocation.
The relocation of the CBP headquarters to Texas is intended to enhance border security and improve coordination and communication between CBP and other agencies involved in border protection efforts. Supporters of the bill argue that having the headquarters located in Texas, which shares a border with Mexico, will allow for more efficient and effective management of border security operations.
Opponents of the bill may argue that relocating the CBP headquarters to Texas could disrupt the current operations of the agency and may not necessarily lead to improved border security outcomes. They may also raise concerns about the potential costs and logistical challenges associated with moving the headquarters to a new location. Overall, Bill 119 HR 195 seeks to address border security concerns by relocating the CBP headquarters to Texas, but the potential impacts and effectiveness of this move remain subject to debate and further analysis.
The relocation of the CBP headquarters to Texas is intended to enhance border security and improve coordination and communication between CBP and other agencies involved in border protection efforts. Supporters of the bill argue that having the headquarters located in Texas, which shares a border with Mexico, will allow for more efficient and effective management of border security operations.
Opponents of the bill may argue that relocating the CBP headquarters to Texas could disrupt the current operations of the agency and may not necessarily lead to improved border security outcomes. They may also raise concerns about the potential costs and logistical challenges associated with moving the headquarters to a new location. Overall, Bill 119 HR 195 seeks to address border security concerns by relocating the CBP headquarters to Texas, but the potential impacts and effectiveness of this move remain subject to debate and further analysis.
Congressional Summary of HR 195
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Relocation Act or the CBP Relocation Act
This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to relocate the headquarters of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (including the functions, personnel, and real assets of the headquarters) to Texas no later than January 1, 2026.
Current Status of Bill HR 195
Bill HR 195 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 195 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 195's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability. as of January 3, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 195
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
6Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 195
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 195
To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to relocate to the State of Texas the headquarters of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to relocate to the State of Texas the headquarters of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and for other purposes.
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