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Search Results: keywords:"u.s. border patrol"

H. R. 7058 — To establish a Border Security Reserve Fund to be used by border States and the U.S. Border Patrol to invest in border security, and for other purposes.
January 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:310
H.R. 7058 aims to create a special fund called the "Border Security Reserve Fund" to support border security efforts, primarily for border states and the U.S. Border Patrol. This fund will receive money from the sale of confiscated unlawful narcotics. The bill specifies that...
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The bill wants to set up a special money pot called the "Border Security Reserve Fund," where money from selling things taken away because they're illegal drugs will be kept. This money is meant to help keep the borders safe, but it can't be used by places called sanctuary cities or for housing too many people who come to the United States.
S. RES. 705 — Recognizing May 28, 2024, as the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Border Patrol and commending the service of the U.S. Border Patrol to the United States people.
May 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:312
S. RES. 705 commemorates the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Border Patrol on May 28, 2024, recognizing its historical and ongoing contributions to U.S. border security. The resolution highlights the achievements and dedication of the Border Patrol's personnel, acknowledging...
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The U.S. Senate wants to say thank you to the U.S. Border Patrol for doing a great job protecting the borders of the country for 100 years, and they're suggesting ways to make the job better for the people who work there.
H. R. 5585 — An Act To impose criminal and immigration penalties for intentionally fleeing a pursuing Federal officer while operating a motor vehicle.
January 30, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:1,022
H. R. 5585 aims to impose legal consequences on individuals who deliberately flee from a chasing Federal officer, such as a U.S. Border Patrol agent, while driving a vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border. Under this bill, offenders could face up to 2 years in prison,...
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H. R. 5585 is a proposal to make it a crime if someone tries to run away in a car from a police officer who works for the U.S. near the border. If they do and get caught, they could go to jail for up to 2 years, and if they're not from the U.S., they might have to leave the country.
H. RES. 1262 — Celebrating the centennial of the U.S. Border Patrol.
May 28, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:287
H. RES. 1262 is a resolution recognizing and celebrating the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Border Patrol. It honors the Border Patrol's century-long dedication to safeguarding America's borders and acknowledges the service and sacrifices of its agents and their families. The...
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The U.S. Border Patrol is turning 100 years old, and this idea is to have a special day to say thank you for helping protect the borders. But some people might not agree on how big of a problem the borders are right now.
H. RES. 1261 — Honoring the service and sacrifices of the men and women of the U.S. Border Patrol and their families on its centennial.
May 24, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:189
H. RES. 1261 is a resolution that honors the U.S. Border Patrol on its 100th anniversary. It recognizes the Border Patrol's century of dedication to securing the nation's borders and acknowledges the service and sacrifices made by the Border Patrol agents and their families....
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H. RES. 1261 is a way for the government to say "thank you" to all the people who have worked to keep the U.S. borders safe for 100 years, appreciating their hard work and remembering their dedication.
H. R. 6817 — To impose a fee on certain remittance transfers to fund border security.
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December 14, 2023
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,590
H.R. 6817 proposes imposing a 10% fee on remittance transfers sent from the United States to other countries to fund border security. The collected fees will be transferred to a newly established Border Enforcement Trust Fund, which will finance the hiring and training of...
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H.R. 6817 is a plan where people in the United States would pay an extra 10% when sending money to family in other countries, and this money would be used to protect the borders by hiring more guards and building walls. People who don't follow the rules could get in big trouble, like paying a lot of money or even going to jail.
S. 4908 — To designate the checkpoint of the United States Border Patrol located on United States Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, as the James R. Dominguez Border Patrol Checkpoint.
July 31, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:452
S. 4908 is a bill introduced in the 118th Congress to honor a late Border Patrol Agent named James R. Dominguez. The bill proposes to rename the U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint on Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, after Agent Dominguez. Agent Dominguez served in the U.S....
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S. 4908 wants to rename a checkpoint in Texas after a brave Border Patrol Agent named James R. Dominguez to remember how he helped keep people safe.
H. R. 5302 — An Act To designate the Air and Marine Operations Marine Unit of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection located at 101 Km 18.5 in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, as the Michel O. Maceda Marine Unit.
September 24, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:433
H.R. 5302 seeks to honor Marine Interdiction Agent Michel O. Maceda by designating the Air and Marine Operations Marine Unit of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, as the "Michel O. Maceda Marine Unit." The bill recognizes Agent Maceda's service...
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The bill is about naming a special boat team after a brave agent named Michel O. Maceda, who worked to stop bad guys and was very brave but sadly died during his job. Now, whenever people talk about this boat team in documents, they'll use his name to remember him.
H. R. 5799 — An Act To designate the checkpoint of the United States Border Patrol located on United States Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, as the James R. Dominguez Border Patrol Checkpoint.
May 21, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:422
H.R. 5799 seeks to officially name the Border Patrol checkpoint on United States Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, as the "James R. Dominguez Border Patrol Checkpoint." This designation honors Agent James R. Dominguez, a San Antonio native and U.S. Border Patrol Agent,...
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The bill H.R. 5799 wants to name a special place where U.S. border agents work in Texas after a brave agent named James R. Dominguez, who sadly died in 2012 while helping out on the highway.
H. R. 5799 — An Act To designate the checkpoint of the United States Border Patrol located on United States Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, as the James R. Dominguez Border Patrol Checkpoint.
November 23, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:375
H. R. 5799 designates the U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint on Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, as the "James R. Dominguez Border Patrol Checkpoint." This honor recognizes the service of Agent James R. Dominguez, who worked over 12 years with the U.S. Border Patrol and...
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The U.S. government decided to name a special border crossing in Texas after a brave guy named James R. Dominguez, who helped keep people safe and sadly passed away in 2012. Now, all official papers will use this new name to remember him.
H. R. 5799 — An Act To designate the checkpoint of the United States Border Patrol located on United States Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, as the James R. Dominguez Border Patrol Checkpoint.
November 13, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:507
H.R. 5799 is a bill intended to honor Border Patrol Agent James R. Dominguez by designating the U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint on Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, as the "James R. Dominguez Border Patrol Checkpoint." Agent Dominguez, who served for over 12 years,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 5799 wants to rename a special stopping place for Border Patrol in Texas after a brave man named James R. Dominguez, who helped keep roads safe but sadly passed away. This way, people will always remember his kindness and his work.
S. 2367 — To improve border security through regular assessments and evaluations of the Checkpoint Program Management Office and effective training of U.S. Border Patrol agents regarding drug seizures.
December 09, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,248
S. 2367, also known as the “CHECKPOINT Act,” aims to enhance border security by mandating regular assessments and evaluations of the Checkpoint Program Management Office. It requires the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner to conduct triennial reviews of drug...
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The CHECKPOINT Act wants to keep borders safe by checking how well security stops at the border are working and teaching border agents how to catch bad guys with drugs more effectively. It also wants to use cool technology and make sure everyone keeps track of what happens at these stops.
H. R. 7487 — To statutorily establish Operation Stonegarden, through which eligible law enforcement agencies shall be awarded grants for border security enhancement.
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February 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,094
H.R. 7487 aims to formally establish Operation Stonegarden, a program designed to grant funds to eligible law enforcement agencies to improve border security in the United States. The legislation allows these funds to be used for equipment, personnel, and...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7487 is a plan to help police near the borders of the United States by giving them money to buy tools and hire people to keep us safe, but some people worry it might not be fair because only certain areas can get this help.
H. R. 9561 — Making appropriations for the salaries and expenses of certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees working during a Government shutdown in fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes.
September 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:300
H.R. 9561 is a bill that aims to provide necessary funding for the salaries and expenses of certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees during a government shutdown in fiscal year 2025. Specifically, it ensures that U.S. Border Patrol Agents and officers from the...
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The bill wants to make sure that workers who guard the borders still get paid if the government has to stop working for a while. It's like making sure the people who keep everyone safe still get their allowance even when the piggy bank is almost empty.

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