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HR 495 · 119th Congress · House

Subterranean Border Defense Act

In committee
IntroducedJan 16, 2025
Policy areaImmigration
Cosponsors8
What this bill is intended to do

Subterranean Border Defense Act This bill requires recurring annual reporting by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on the implementation of a strategic plan to counter illicit cross-border tunnel operations. Currently, CBP is only required to report once no later than one year after the plan's development.

Latest action

Mar 11, 2025Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

How Congress voted · House roll call 63 · Mar 10, 2025
402 Yea1 Nay29 Not voting

Passed

How each party voted
Republicans207–0
Democrats194–1
Independents1–0

Revealed positions from the official roll call.

C64

The Subterranean Border Defense Act mandates annual reports on operations against illicit cross-border tunnels. It amends existing legislation to ensure ongoing oversight and strategic planning. The bill is narrowly focused on reporting requirements and does not involve direct funding or complex enforcement mechanisms.

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