Strengthening International Drug Trafficking and Human Smuggling Combat Efforts
This act aims to enhance the capabilities of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in foreign countries. It allows CBP to collaborate with foreign authorities on joint operations to monitor and deter illegal drug and human smuggling, as well as terrorist threats, potentially improving U.S. border and economic security. Citizens may experience indirect benefits through increased national security.
Key points
Enables U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to conduct joint operations with foreign authorities to combat drug and human smuggling.
Expands CBP's overseas activities to include monitoring, locating, and deterring terrorist threats and other threats to U.S. security and economy.
Authorizes the use of CBP funds to pay claims for damages arising from operations conducted in foreign countries.
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