Enhanced US-Latin America cooperation to combat human smuggling and trafficking.
This Act strengthens border security by expanding the Department of Homeland Security's partnerships with Mexico and Latin American countries. This means more joint investigative actions and training aimed at dismantling criminal networks involved in human smuggling and trafficking, especially those targeting children and families. Additionally, public information campaigns will be conducted to warn migrants about the dangers of travel and combat misinformation from criminal organizations, potentially reducing the number of people attempting risky border crossings.
Key points
Border Security Enhancement: Expanding cooperation with Mexico and Latin American countries to combat human smuggling and trafficking.
Joint Investigations: Establishing or expanding cross-border investigative units to identify and prosecute criminals, including those targeting children and families.
Information Campaigns: Conducting targeted public campaigns in Latin America to warn migrants about travel dangers and counter false information regarding US laws.
Effectiveness Study: The Comptroller General will assess the effectiveness of current public information campaigns to identify best practices.
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