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Customs Fees: Funding Port Modernization and Passenger Inspections

The CBP SPACE Act changes how U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is funded. It allows merchandise processing fees to cover the costs of upgrading equipment and facilities at sea ports, potentially impacting the speed and efficiency of inspections. Additionally, it prohibits CBP from requiring sea ports to provide administrative, training, or recreational facilities.
Key points
Tax Changes: Merchandise Processing Fees can now be used to cover capital costs for equipment upgrades and facility construction at sea ports, potentially affecting import costs.
Improved Inspections: These funds aim to enhance passenger and cargo inspection services, which could speed up customs processes.
New Port Rules: CBP can no longer require sea ports to provide administrative, training, or recreational facilities for their services.
Spending Transparency: CBP will annually report to Congress on the amount of merchandise processing fees collected and how they were used for inspection facilities.
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Print number: 118_HR_6409
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Laurel M. [R-FL-15]
Process start date: 2023-11-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CBP SPACE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6409.

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 2023-11-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Tax Changes: Merchandise Processing Fees can now be used to cover capital costs for equipment upgrades and facility construction at sea ports, potentially affecting import costs.
  • Improved Inspections: These funds aim to enhance passenger and cargo inspection services, which could speed up customs processes.
  • New Port Rules: CBP can no longer require sea ports to provide administrative, training, or recreational facilities for their services.
  • Spending Transparency: CBP will annually report to Congress on the amount of merchandise processing fees collected and how they were used for inspection facilities.
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. Lee, Laurel M. [R-FL-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.

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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