S.1871 - Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act (119th Congress)
Summary
S.1871, the Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act, directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a plan for identifying, integrating, and deploying new technologies to enhance U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) capabilities. This plan aims to improve border security and port of entry operations through innovative and advanced technologies. The bill emphasizes collaboration within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and with external partners, including the private sector and other federal agencies.
Expected Effects
The Act will likely lead to the development and implementation of new technologies at U.S. borders and ports of entry. This could result in more efficient and effective border security operations. It may also lead to new procurement processes and partnerships between the government and technology companies.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced border security through the use of advanced technologies.
- Improved efficiency of CBP operations at ports of entry.
- Increased collaboration between DHS, other federal agencies, and the private sector.
- Potential for economic growth through the development and deployment of new technologies.
- Better identification and mitigation of potential risks associated with new technologies.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential privacy concerns related to the deployment of surveillance technologies.
- Risk of cost overruns and inefficiencies in the procurement and deployment of new technologies.
- Possible negative impacts on civil rights and civil liberties if technologies are not implemented responsibly.
- The plan may not adequately address the human element of border security.
- Potential for mission creep and over-reliance on technology.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill's focus on border security aligns with the federal government's responsibility to provide for the common defense, as outlined in the Preamble of the US Constitution. However, the implementation of new technologies must be carefully managed to ensure compliance with the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, and the First Amendment, which protects freedom of speech and assembly. The Fifth Amendment's due process clause must also be considered in the application of these technologies.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).