Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB9368

Introduced
8/16/24  
Refer
8/16/24  

Caption

Border Weather Resiliency Act of 2024

Impact

Once enacted, the bill will require the establishment of a comprehensive strategy to address the identified impacts of hazardous weather. This strategy should be developed within a year and must describe measures to mitigate risks to CBP's ability to perform its duties while ensuring the health and safety of both personnel and individuals inspected by them. The strategy will also address the integrity and operability of CBP's technology and infrastructure, which are critical for effective border security operations.

Summary

House Bill 9368, titled the 'Border Weather Resiliency Act of 2024', aims to enhance the readiness and response of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to hazardous weather and water events that may occur near U.S. borders. The bill mandates the Commissioner of CBP to conduct a thorough assessment of past weather-related incidents and their impacts on the agency's operations, personnel safety, and border security infrastructure. The assessment is required to be submitted to relevant congressional committees within 180 days following the bill's enactment.

Contention

One notable point of contention in the legislative process may stem from the bill's implications for resource allocation, as no additional funds are authorized for implementing the required strategies. This raises questions about how CBP will manage potential budget constraints while enhancing safety protocols and operational readiness. Furthermore, engaging with state and local governments, tribal authorities, and experts in weather resiliency may also lead to differing opinions on the effectiveness of proposed measures and the responsibility for funding them.

Companion Bills

US SB4672

Related Border Weather Resiliency Act of 2024

Previously Filed As

US SB4672

Border Weather Resiliency Act of 2024

US HB7369

CBP HiRe Act of 2024 U.S. Customs and Border Protection Hiring and Retention Act of 2024

US HB6882

PREPARE Act of 2023 Preparedness and Risk Management for Extreme Weather Patterns Assuring Resilience and Effectiveness Act of 2023

US HB7832

Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

US HB8992

Stop Fentanyl at the Border Act

US HB8502

Children’s Safe Welcome Act of 2024

US HB7849

Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act of 2024

US HB8935

Border Security and Enforcement Block Grant Act of 2024

US HB8256

Border Security and Enforcement Block Grant Act of 2024

US SB4800

Waterfront Community Revitalization and Resiliency Act of 2024

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