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Bill would require DHS plan for new border security technology

Passed one chamberH.R. 993Latest action

Sponsor: J. Luis Correa · Representative · CA

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Official title: Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act

119th Congress

Topics: Immigration

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DHS would have 180 days to give Congress a plan for using AI, drones, and sensors to close border security gaps.

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What does this do?

The bill directs DHS and CBP to submit a report to Congress within 180 days detailing how they will use technologies like artificial intelligence, drones, radar, sensors, and imaging systems to address border security gaps. It also formally authorizes CBP's "Innovation Teams," which test new commercial technologies, requiring clear procedures, goals, and annual reporting on results.

Who does it affect?

DHS, CBP, and CBP's Science and Technology Directorate are directly affected, along with technology companies, small businesses, and universities that may partner with CBP. Border community residents are indirectly affected through required privacy impact assessments.

Why does it matter?

The plan could lead to expanded surveillance technology and data collection near the border, raising privacy considerations for border communities. It does not itself create new enforcement powers or border policies.

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  1. IntroducedFeb 5, 2025
  2. House committee
  3. House vote
  4. SenateYou are here · Mar 11, 2025
  5. The president's desk

Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.

Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Data as of October 9, 2026

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  1. House · · Roll call 65

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    Question
    On Motion to and Pass
    Result:
    Passed
    406
    Nay
    9
    0
    17

    Republicans 209 yes, 2 no, 7 not voting · Democrats 197 yes, 7 no, 10 not voting

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