Bill · S. 301· Senate(119-S-301)
Border Security is National Security Act
- Introduced
- 1/29/2025
- Last activity
- 1/29/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
- Sponsored by
- Jim Banks
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Border Security is National Security Act," aims to provide military support to secure the borders of the United States. It authorizes the appropriation of $10,000,000,000 to the Department of Defense. These funds are intended for border security support specifically for the Department of Homeland Security. The money is authorized to remain available until September 30, 2028. The bill also provides specific ways these funds can be used and allows for certain transfers of money.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this tighten control of the border?+8
The bill provides $10 billion for physical barriers, surveillance, and military personnel to secure the borders.
Does this give the federal government more power?+3
The bill empowers the Department of Defense and the President to direct military resources toward border security.
Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?+3
The bill provides funding for counter-UAS systems and intelligence analysis to enhance security.
The opposite
Would immigrants be better off under this?-5
The increased surveillance and physical barriers are designed to deter and control immigration.
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-2
The bill authorizes a $10 billion appropriation, which increases government spending.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Enhanced Border Security Infrastructure: The bill allows for the installation of fences, barriers, patrol roads, and lighting (Section 3(b)(4)), which provides physical security measures at the border.
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Improved Surveillance Capabilities: Funds can be used for the procurement, operation, and maintenance of surveillance systems, including autonomous surveillance towers (Section 3(b)(2)), potentially increasing oversight of the border.
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Advanced Security Technology: The use of funds for counter-UAS systems (Section 3(b)(6)) could provide protection against unmanned aerial systems during operations.
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Increased Personnel and Intelligence: The bill provides for military personnel costs (Section 3(b)(1)) and intelligence analysis (Section 3(b)(3)), which can bolster the human and informational side of border security.
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Transportation and Logistics Support: Funds are authorized for military aviation costs, including airlifting individuals (Section 3(b)(5)), and the procurement of ground vehicles like high mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (Section 3(b)(7)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+8
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+2Good For Immigrants-5
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Counter Terrorism Funding+3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Roads And Bridges+2
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+2Reduces Government Spending-2
- 1/29/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
- Introduced in Senate