H.R. 8935: Border Security and Enforcement Block Grant Act of 2024
Quick Facts
Bill Sponsor: Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX-10)
Congress: 118th
Date Introduced: July 5, 2024
Last Action: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Appropriations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (July 5, 2024)
Bill Summary
Border Security and Enforcement Block Grant Act of 2024
This bill authorizes a block grant for States to construct, maintain, repair, or improve a physical border system on the southwest border. The new block grant is funded with $60 million in unobligated CBP border funds and authorizes further funds between 2025-2025. The program sunsets on the last day of FY 2027.