Strengthening Maritime Border Security: New Technologies and Strategies
This act aims to enhance the security of U.S. maritime borders by assessing technology needs and developing a strategy to address them. This means the government will invest in new technologies to more effectively prevent smuggling, terrorism, and illegal migration, potentially impacting overall national security and the flow of legal trade.
Key points
Technology Needs Assessment: The government will conduct a detailed analysis of what technologies are needed to protect maritime borders, including threat detection and operational improvements.
Combating Crime: New technologies are intended to help combat drug smuggling, human trafficking, and prevent maritime terrorism.
Enhanced Surveillance: The act provides for the development of maritime surveillance systems, including drones and unmanned vessels, to increase situational awareness in coastal waters.
Infrastructure Security Improvement: Security for ports and maritime infrastructure will be strengthened against physical and cyber threats.
Cooperation and Rescue: The act emphasizes the need for better cooperation among agencies and support for search and rescue efforts at sea.
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