Bill > HR5862

This bill codifies and expands the authority for joint task forces of the Department of Defense to support law enforcement agencies conducting counter-terrorism, counter-illicit trafficking, or counter-transnational organized crime activities. It amends Title 10 of the United States Code to add a new section 285 that formalizes and broadens the existing authority under Section 1022 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004. The key changes include expanding the scope to cover counter-illicit trafficking activities, clarifying the use of funds for these activities, and providing definitions for "illicit trafficking" and "transnational organized crime." This legislation aims to enhance the ability of the Department of Defense to collaborate with law enforcement agencies in addressing a range of national security threats.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/5862/all-info