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Border Patrol Support: Better Hiring in Rural Areas

This act aims to improve the hiring and retention of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) personnel in rural and remote areas. This means the government will seek ways to encourage more people to work in these locations, potentially impacting border security and service availability in these regions. The act intends to make life easier for employees and their families, which may encourage them to settle in these areas.
Key points
Requires the Department of Homeland Security to develop a plan to improve hiring and retention of CBP personnel in rural and remote areas.
The plan will consider feedback from current and potential CBP employees and their families regarding quality of life in these areas.
Includes an assessment of existing federal programs, including financial incentives, to assist CBP employee families.
Introduces pilot programs and enhances recruitment through partnerships with higher education institutions and veteran centers.
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Print number: 118_HR_2806
Sponsor: Rep. Golden, Jared F. [D-ME-2]
Process start date: 2023-04-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Rural and Remote Hiring and Retention Strategy Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2806.

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 2023-04-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Department of Homeland Security to develop a plan to improve hiring and retention of CBP personnel in rural and remote areas.
  • The plan will consider feedback from current and potential CBP employees and their families regarding quality of life in these areas.
  • Includes an assessment of existing federal programs, including financial incentives, to assist CBP employee families.
  • Introduces pilot programs and enhances recruitment through partnerships with higher education institutions and veteran centers.
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. Golden, Jared F. [D-ME-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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