State Border Security Assistance Act
State Border Security Assistance Act
Plain Language Summary
# State Border Security Assistance Act (S. 1790) — Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The State Border Security Assistance Act would provide federal funding and support to states to help them manage border security operations. While the specific details aren't fully outlined in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to help states like Texas that share borders with Mexico cover costs related to border enforcement, surveillance, and security infrastructure. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect border states and their residents, as well as federal taxpayers who would fund the assistance. It could also impact immigration enforcement efforts and communities near state borders. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (S.
1790, 119th Congress), meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. It was introduced by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX). For a complete understanding of the specific provisions—such as funding amounts, eligible activities, and program details—you would need to review the full legislative text, which would be available on Congress.gov.
Latest Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.