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BillHR 8956 · 119

Border Patrol Supervisors Retention Act

Introduced
May 21, 2026
Cosponsors
5
Traction
0
Last Action
May 21, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the US Border Patrol to improve retention of supervisors by providing incentives and benefits. Funds programs to support supervisor recruitment and retention efforts.

Sponsored By

Andy Barr
Republican · Kentucky · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 21, 2026
  3. May 21, 2026You Are Here

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

  4. TBD

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

  5. TBD

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

  6. TBD

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

Why It Matters

This bill affects US Border Patrol supervisors, who would receive improved benefits and incentives to stay in their positions. It also impacts the US Border Patrol agency as a whole, by potentially reducing supervisor turnover and improving overall operations.

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
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeCommittee on Oversight and Government Reform
IntroducedMay 21, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Subjects
  • Safety

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.