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Border Airport Enhancements and Customs Staffing Improvements

This act aims to streamline border control by designating two airports as permanent U.S. ports of entry, potentially speeding up international travel. It also simplifies the hiring process for experienced law enforcement officers and veterans into Customs and Border Protection, enhancing border security.
Key points
Valley International Airport (Texas) and Plattsburgh International Airport (New York) will become permanent ports of entry, potentially improving passenger and cargo flow.
User fees for these airports as ports of entry will be terminated, which may reduce costs for travelers and businesses.
Hiring of experienced law enforcement officers and veterans for U.S. Customs and Border Protection will be eased, aiming to increase the number and quality of border personnel.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9189
Sponsor: Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
Process start date: 2022-10-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Border Airport Enhancement Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9189.

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 2022-10-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Valley International Airport (Texas) and Plattsburgh International Airport (New York) will become permanent ports of entry, potentially improving passenger and cargo flow.
  • User fees for these airports as ports of entry will be terminated, which may reduce costs for travelers and businesses.
  • Hiring of experienced law enforcement officers and veterans for U.S. Customs and Border Protection will be eased, aiming to increase the number and quality of border personnel.
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. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Transport Security