Bills/H.R. 4160

Veterans Border Patrol Training Act

Veterans Border Patrol Training Act

In CommitteeDefenseHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · House
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Plain Language Summary

# Veterans Border Patrol Training Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Veterans Border Patrol Training Act would create a training program to prepare military veterans for careers as Border Patrol agents. The bill aims to streamline the hiring process by allowing veterans to transition their military experience and training directly into border security work, rather than requiring them to complete standard civilian training programs from scratch. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily targets military veterans seeking employment, the U.S. Border Patrol (which would implement the training program), and potentially the broader immigration enforcement system.

It could also affect veterans' education and employment opportunities by creating a new career pathway in law enforcement. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Mike Carey (R-OH) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.

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Latest Action

July 8, 2025

Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

Subjects

Border security and unlawful immigrationCongressional oversightEmployment and training programsGovernment information and archivesLaw enforcement officersVeterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

Sponsor

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3 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
June 26, 2025
Last Updated
July 8, 2025
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