A Democratic amendment with no cosponsors
Changes S.Con.Res. 7 — An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
Offered
Offered, and not voted on yet. Most amendments never get a vote: the Senate takes up the bill and moves on without them.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Pending Consideration
What this amendment would do
The purpose of this amendment is to set up a reserve fund specifically for making sure the Department of Homeland Security has enough money and resources to stop fentanyl from flowing into the United States.
What It Changes or Adds
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It allows the Chairman of the Committee on the Budget of the Senate to change budget allocations and adjustments for legislation related to stopping the flow of fentanyl into the country.
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It explicitly points out that these resources may include increasing staffing for U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers and U.S. Border Patrol agents.
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It allows for procuring non-intrusive inspection systems for ports of entry.
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It supports carrying out relevant science and technology research and development programs.
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It includes increasing the number of Homeland Security Investigations special agents.
- 2/20/2025
- Senate amendment submitted
This bill has no cosponsors