Bill · H.R. 4031· House(119-HR-4031)
Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act
- Introduced
- 6/17/2025
- Last activity
- 6/17/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Adriano Espaillat
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the ``Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act'', authorizes the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative to enhance security partnerships between the United States and various beneficiary countries. It aims to promote citizen safety, combat transnational criminal organizations, and strengthen the rule of law. The legislation also prioritizes natural disaster resilience and efforts to combat corruption. Additionally, it seeks to counter the influence of authoritarian regimes in the region. The bill authorizes $88,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2025 through 2029 to fund these efforts.
Yes· 3 of 11
Does this send more money or help to other countries?+7
The bill authorizes significant funding for security and resilience initiatives in the Caribbean.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+6
It enhances security partnerships between the US and beneficiary countries in the Caribbean.
Does this tighten control of the border?+6
The bill enhances maritime, aerial, and port security to intercept contraband.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Safety and Security: The initiative aims to promote citizen safety, security, and the rule of law through strategic engagement with governments and local civil society (Section 3(b)(1)).
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Combatting Criminal Organizations: Provisions include strengthening maritime and aerial interdiction, as well as border and port security to intercept narcotics, weapons, and other contraband (Section 3(b)(2)).
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Strengthening Justice Systems: The bill supports capacity building for prosecutors, judges, and law enforcement to combat corruption, money laundering, and various forms of trafficking (Section 3(b)(3)).
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Crime Prevention for Vulnerable Groups: Efforts include increasing economic opportunities through workforce development and remedial education for at-risk youth (Section 3(b)(4)(B)).
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Improved Disaster Resilience: The act focuses on training and infrastructure to ensure ports and critical infrastructure can recover quickly after natural disasters (Section 3(b)(5)(A)).
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Countering Authoritarian Influence: The bill includes steps to monitor and restrict the influence of authoritarian regimes to protect United States security assistance (Section 3(b)(7)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restricting Economic Projects: The bill allows for the evaluation and potential restriction of United States involvement in investment and infrastructure projects financed by authoritarian regimes (Section 3(b)(7)(B)).
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Restricting Infrastructure Vendors: There is a provision to monitor and restrict equipment and support from high-risk vendors of telecommunications infrastructure (Section 3(b)(7)(C)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Foreign Aid+7Improves International Alliances+6Improves Cybersecurity Defense+5Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+6Improves Policing Reform+5Improves Poverty Reduction+3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+6
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Young Adults+3Good For Low Income Households+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+4
- 6/17/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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Maria SalazarRepublican · Florida