DHS Northern Border Mission Center: Enhancing Security and Coordination.
This bill establishes the Department of Homeland Security Northern Border Mission Center to centralize operations support, intelligence sharing, and training for federal, state, and international partners along the U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Russia (Alaska) borders. While not directly altering citizens' rights, the Center aims to enhance national security, improve border domain awareness, and test new technologies, potentially leading to more efficient border crossings and increased overall security. The Center is set to expire on October 1, 2027, and no additional funds are authorized for its implementation.
Key points
Establishment of a centralized DHS operational center to improve situational awareness, information sharing, and training along the northern border.
The Center will serve as a testing ground for new border security technology, including Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS), to better monitor and track cross-border traffic.
It mandates the collocation of personnel from U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Coast Guard, and ICE Homeland Security Investigations to enhance interagency coordination.
The legislation includes a sunset clause, meaning the Center will cease operations on October 1, 2027, and relies on existing funding.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5463
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2024-12-10