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Border Security Boost: Mandatory Vehicle Scanning at Land Crossings.

This law mandates U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to significantly increase the use of non-intrusive scanning technology (like X-rays) at all land border crossings. The goal is to enhance national security and combat smuggling, which may affect wait times for travelers and commercial traffic. The law sets specific targets for scanning rates starting in 2026.
Key points
Starting September 2026, CBP must scan at least 90% of commercial trucks and 40% of passenger cars entering the U.S. at land ports.
The law introduces a new requirement to scan at least 10% of all vehicles exiting the United States to improve outbound security operations.
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) will review the effectiveness of these new scanning systems in detecting drug trafficking.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1822
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2023-06-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Non-Intrusive Inspection Expansion Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1822.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Starting September 2026, CBP must scan at least 90% of commercial trucks and 40% of passenger cars entering the U.S. at land ports.
  • The law introduces a new requirement to scan at least 10% of all vehicles exiting the United States to improve outbound security operations.
  • The Government Accountability Office (GAO) will review the effectiveness of these new scanning systems in detecting drug trafficking.
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 Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 221.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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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