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Border Security Boost: Technology, Roads, and Strategy

This bill aims to improve security along the U.S. southern border by requiring new technology and roads. It also mandates a detailed plan for future security efforts and uses money seized from drug criminals to pay for these measures.
Key points
Requires deployment of new border technology like sensors, cameras, and drones to better detect illegal activity.
Mandates building at least 700 miles of roads along the border to help border patrol access areas.
Calls for a detailed plan on how to best secure each mile of the southern border.
Uses money seized from convicted drug traffickers to fund these security upgrades.
Requires removal of invasive cane plants along the Rio Grande river.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1707
Sponsor: Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]
Process start date: 2021-03-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Border Visibility and Security Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1707.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires deployment of new border technology like sensors, cameras, and drones to better detect illegal activity.
  • Mandates building at least 700 miles of roads along the border to help border patrol access areas.
  • Calls for a detailed plan on how to best secure each mile of the southern border.
  • Uses money seized from convicted drug traffickers to fund these security upgrades.
  • Requires removal of invasive cane plants along the Rio Grande river.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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