Subterranean Border Defense Act
The Subterranean Border Defense Act amends existing national defense law to require the government to submit annual reports on operations aimed at countering illicit cross-border tunnels. This provision mandates that these reports be submitted each year following the initial submission, ensuring ongoing oversight of tunnel interdiction efforts. The bill directly affects federal agencies responsible for border security and counter-narcotics operations by establishing a recurring reporting obligation.
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Sep 2026
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Introduced Sep 17, 2026
Last action Sep 17, 2026
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Sep 17, 2026
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Sep 17, 2026
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Rick Scott
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