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This bill aims to improve the Shadow Wolves Program, a specialized law enforcement unit primarily composed of Native American officers who track and interdict illegal activities along tribal lands, particularly on the U.S.-Mexico border. The bill requires the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to specify the program's mission and goals in coordination with tribal governments, determine the necessary number of special agents, and develop a comprehensive strategy for recruitment and retention. The legislation mandates that the Director provide detailed information to current Tactical Officers about reclassifying as special agents, including potential impacts on pay and retirement. Additionally, the bill requires the development of a succession plan for recruiting qualified individuals to fill anticipated vacancies and establishes criteria for potentially expanding the program to additional tribal lands. The bill also provides a pathway for experienced Shadow Wolves to be noncompetitively converted to career or career conditional appointments in the competitive service after successfully completing three years of service. Within one year of enactment, the Director must submit a report to congressional committees detailing the progress of implementing these program enhancements. Importantly, the bill specifies that no additional funds are authorized to be appropriated for its implementation.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/572/all-info