DHS Border Services Contracts Review Act
This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to review large border security contracts over $50 million (adjusted for inflation) awarded before September 2023 or the bill’s enactment date. DHS must submit a detailed report within 180 days to Congress, analyzing whether contractor personnel were necessary, assessing efficiency compared to DHS staff, and recommending cost-saving strategies. The report must include specific metrics on contractor roles, benefits, and opportunities for improved procurement. DHS must also develop an implementation plan for any recommended changes and provide regular updates to Congress on progress. The bill does not create new funding but mandates oversight of existing contracts to ensure taxpayer dollars are used effectively.
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Introduced Jul 11, 2024
Last action Jul 11, 2024
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Jul 11, 2024
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Jul 11, 2024
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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John Cornyn
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Gary C. Peters
DDemocratic
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Margaret Wood Hassan
DDemocratic
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