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This bill aims to enhance the Shadow Wolves Program, a specialized law enforcement unit within U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that primarily operates on tribal lands and focuses on tracking, interdiction, and investigation. The bill requires the ICE Director to specify the program's mission and goals in coordination with tribal governments, particularly the Tohono O'odham Nation, and determine the necessary staffing levels and required skills for special agents. It mandates the development of a comprehensive strategy with measurable objectives for recruiting and retaining law enforcement officers, including a timeline and recruitment milestones. The bill also requires the director to provide detailed information to current Tactical Officers about reclassifying as special agents, covering aspects like pay, training requirements, and potential career impacts. Additionally, the legislation calls for a succession plan to recruit qualified individuals for anticipated retirements and establishes criteria for potentially expanding the program to additional tribal lands. The bill further enables experienced Shadow Wolves to be noncompetitively converted to career appointments in the competitive service after three years of successful service. Importantly, the bill stipulates that no additional funds will be authorized for its implementation, meaning the enhancements must be achieved within existing budgetary constraints.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/6379/all-info