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This bill establishes a new framework for Joint Operations Centers (JOCs) along the United States southern border, requiring the Department of Homeland Security to create at least two coordination hubs within six months of the Act's enactment. These centers will bring together federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies to collaborate on border security and related operations, including efforts to combat transnational criminal organizations, prevent illegal border crossings, and interdict drug and human trafficking. The centers will facilitate information sharing between agencies, track personnel deployment, and coordinate training, with a focus on improving communication and operational coordination across different jurisdictions. Participating agencies include the Departments of Homeland Security, Defense, and Justice, among others. The Secretary of Homeland Security will be required to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the centers' establishment, resources, key operations, identified communication gaps, and recommendations for future improvements. By creating these centralized operations hubs, the bill aims to enhance border security and inter-agency cooperation through a more integrated and strategic approach to managing border-related challenges.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/41/all-info