S. 1253 aims to enhance security at U.S. ports of entry by increasing the number of Customs and Border Protection officers and support staff. The bill mandates hiring at least 600 new officers each fiscal year and authorizes hiring support staff to assist them. It also requires the...
Simple Explanation
S. 1253 is a plan to make U.S. borders safer by hiring more officers and helpers to work at places where people and goods enter the country, with reports to check on what they need to do the job better. It also promises to give money every year to help them get the tools and improvements they need.