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BillHR 1297 · 119

LPOE Modernization Trust Fund Act

Introduced
Feb 13, 2025
Cosponsors
4
Traction
0
Last Action
Feb 13, 2025

Bill Summary

Establishes a trust fund to modernize ports of entry, which are locations where people and goods enter the United States. Funds improvements to these areas, such as border crossings and inspection facilities.

Sponsored By

Henry Cuellar
Democrat · Texas · House

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 13, 2025
  2. Feb 13, 2025You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects people and businesses who regularly cross the US border, such as travelers, truckers, and importers, by potentially reducing wait times and increasing efficiency at ports of entry. It also impacts the US Customs and Border Protection agency, which would oversee the modernization efforts.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
4backers
  • Democratic4
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (4)

1 more not shown here — see the full list on congress.gov.

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicRights & Representation
CommitteeCommittee on Border Security and Enforcement
IntroducedFeb 13, 2025
Last UpdatedFeb 13, 2025
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Subjects
  • Rights

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.