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Restoring Full Operating Hours at US-Canada Border Crossings

This bill mandates that US ports of entry along the Canadian border must operate for the same number of hours as they did before the COVID-19 pandemic. This change restores full accessibility for travelers and commerce, making cross-border movement easier and supporting local economies. Citizens will benefit from greater flexibility in planning travel and transporting goods.
Key points
Requires US-Canada border crossings to return to pre-COVID operating hours.
Facilitates easier travel, trade, and transport of goods across the northern border.
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Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2562
Sponsor: Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require ports of entry along the northern border to remain open as many hours per day as they were open prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2562.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires US-Canada border crossings to return to pre-COVID operating hours.
  • Facilitates easier travel, trade, and transport of goods across the northern border.
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. Risch, James E. [R-ID].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Transport Economy