Cross Border Aerial Law Enforcement Operations Act

S 4294, the Cross Border Aerial Law Enforcement Operations Act, authorizes the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to establish a joint aerial law enforcement program with Canada along the U.S.-Canada border, modeled after an existing maritime agreement. The program would involve U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Coast Guard, and other designated federal agencies conducting aerial patrols within 50 miles of the border, with specific rules for emergencies or airport access. It requires strict adherence to civil rights protections and mandates a report within one year detailing drone use and cross-border operations along the northern border. The bill also requires a follow-up report if the program isn't finalized within two years, outlining obstacles and recommendations.