OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Border Transportation Efficiency Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1514.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2021-04-29.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- More Border Patrol agents will be trained to drive buses, speeding up detainee transport.
- Key border sectors will receive more buses to reduce detainee wait times.
- The act requires regular reports to Congress on the average length of detainee stays at Border Patrol stations.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
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