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Authorizing States to Place Temporary Border Structures on Federal Land

This bill aims to expedite border security efforts by allowing states adjacent to the Canadian or Mexican borders to place movable, temporary structures on certain federal lands without needing a special use authorization. This change is intended to enhance operational control of the borders. Citizens may notice increased construction activity and the presence of border structures on public lands, including national parks and forests.
Key points
Border states (adjacent to Canada or Mexico) can place temporary barriers on federal lands, including national parks and lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
States are exempt from obtaining a special use authorization, requiring only a 45-day prior notice to federal authorities.
Structures can remain for up to one year, with 90-day extensions possible if the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection determines that operational control has not been achieved.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7479
Sponsor: Rep. Rouzer, David [R-NC-7]
Process start date: 2024-02-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To authorize certain States to take certain actions on certain Federal land to secure an international border of the United States, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7479.

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 2024-02-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Border states (adjacent to Canada or Mexico) can place temporary barriers on federal lands, including national parks and lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
  • States are exempt from obtaining a special use authorization, requiring only a 45-day prior notice to federal authorities.
  • Structures can remain for up to one year, with 90-day extensions possible if the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection determines that operational control has not been achieved.
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. Rouzer, David [R-NC-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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