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Billions for Border Security: Fighting Fentanyl and Smuggling.

This act allocates over $5 billion to enhance US land border security, including efforts to stop the smuggling of fentanyl and other illegal drugs. The funding supports hiring new officers, purchasing scanning technology, and increasing inspections of outbound firearms and currency. It also establishes new criminal penalties for individuals who destroy border infrastructure to facilitate criminal activity.
Key points
Increased Security: Over $5 billion is appropriated for hiring additional Border Patrol agents, Customs officers, and support staff, and for operations at land borders.
Fentanyl Interdiction: Over $1 billion is appropriated for technology improvements, including scanning systems, to increase drug interdiction capabilities at border crossings.
New Federal Crime: Introduces a penalty of up to 5 years in prison for destroying border fences, cameras, or sensors with the intent to facilitate criminal activity or secure financial gain.
Outbound Control: Funding for inspections at the border to disrupt the flow of firearms and currency out of the United States.
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Print number: 118_S_3591
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2024-01-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Fentanyl at the Border Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3591.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Security: Over $5 billion is appropriated for hiring additional Border Patrol agents, Customs officers, and support staff, and for operations at land borders.
  • Fentanyl Interdiction: Over $1 billion is appropriated for technology improvements, including scanning systems, to increase drug interdiction capabilities at border crossings.
  • New Federal Crime: Introduces a penalty of up to 5 years in prison for destroying border fences, cameras, or sensors with the intent to facilitate criminal activity or secure financial gain.
  • Outbound Control: Funding for inspections at the border to disrupt the flow of firearms and currency out of the United States.
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. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

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 2025-12-30.

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