Bill · S. 2065· Senate(119-S-2065)
CHECKPOINT Act
- Introduced
- 6/12/2025
- Last activity
- 6/12/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Rick Scott
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "CHECKPOINT Act," aims to improve border security through better oversight of checkpoint operations. It establishes the Checkpoint Program Management Office (CPMO) within the U.S. Border Patrol to provide nationwide oversight. The CPMO will manage policies, standard operating procedures, and regular training for employees. It also requires the regular collection of data regarding apprehensions, seizures, and secondary inspections. Additionally, the bill mandates several annual reports to congressional committees regarding data and surveillance technology. This Act will expire five years after its enactment.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this tighten control of the border?+5
The bill enhances border security through improved oversight, data collection, and training at checkpoints.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+4
The act mandates various annual reports to Congress regarding data collection and surveillance technology use.
Does this give people more control over their personal data?+3
The bill requires annual reports on the use of surveillance technology and privacy impact assessments.
The opposite
Would immigrants be better off under this?-2
Increased oversight and data collection at checkpoints may impact immigrant populations.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Data Accuracy and Oversight: The establishment of the CPMO will provide oversight of checkpoint data quality and accuracy, which is intended to improve checkpoint operations (Section 3(b)(2)).
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Enhanced Training: The bill mandates regular training for U.S. Border Patrol employees regarding policies, standard operating procedures, data entry, and data quality (Section 3(b)(3)).
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Increased Transparency Regarding Surveillance: The Secretary of Homeland Security must submit an annual report providing a comprehensive inventory of surveillance technology, its use, data storage procedures, and privacy impact assessments (Section 6(c)).
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Accountability through Reporting: The Chief is required to submit an annual report describing collected data and steps taken to implement data collection plans (Section 6(a)). Furthermore, the Comptroller General must submit a report analyzing the effectiveness of the CPMO (Section 6(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No New Funding: The bill explicitly states that no additional funds are authorized to be appropriated for the purpose of carrying out the Act (Section 7).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+4Improves Privacy Rights+2Increases Federal Power+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+5Improves Policing Reform+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves Data Privacy+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants-2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Domestic Surveillance+2
- 6/12/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Ruben GallegoDemocrat · Arizona