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Border Security Act: More Funding and Technology for Law Enforcement

This act aims to enhance security at the U.S.-Mexico border by providing additional funding for border agencies and acquiring modern equipment. Citizens may experience improved public safety due to better efforts against cross-border crime and drug trafficking.
Key points
An additional $110 million annually for the Operation Stonegarden program, supporting local law enforcement in border protection.
Creation of a special trust fund from seized undeclared monetary instruments to finance border security operations.
Requirement for analysis and reporting on whether Mexican drug cartels should be designated as foreign terrorist organizations.
Mandatory analysis of border technology needs, including drones, surveillance systems, and tunnel detection technology.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_506
Sponsor: Rep. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23]
Process start date: 2025-01-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Security First Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_506.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An additional $110 million annually for the Operation Stonegarden program, supporting local law enforcement in border protection.
  • Creation of a special trust fund from seized undeclared monetary instruments to finance border security operations.
  • Requirement for analysis and reporting on whether Mexican drug cartels should be designated as foreign terrorist organizations.
  • Mandatory analysis of border technology needs, including drones, surveillance systems, and tunnel detection technology.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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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