David McCormick (R-PA)
Mexico Security Assistance Accountability Act
A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 97.
Cleared committee, waiting for its first floor vote
A committee approved it and it is on the calendar of the chamber it started in.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- On Calendar
What this bill would do
This bill is called the Mexico Security Assistance Accountability Act. It requires the Secretary of State to submit a report and strategy for United States security assistance to Mexico within 180 days of enactment. The strategy must detail plans to dismantle criminal networks, improve security at Mexico's borders, and enhance civilian law enforcement and courts. Additionally, the bill requires an overview of bilateral cooperation mechanisms and annual briefings to the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives. Finally, the text explicitly states that nothing in the Act authorizes the use of military force against Mexico.
Yes· 3 of 9
- Scored +6
Does this tighten control of the border?
The bill focuses on increasing the capacity of security institutions to improve security at Mexico's borders.
- Scored +5
Does this send more money or help to other countries?
The bill outlines a strategy for security assistance to Mexico, which constitutes a form of foreign aid.
- Scored +5
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill mandates detailed reporting and annual briefings to Congressional committees.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2(b)(1)(A): This provision requires a detailed plan to dismantle transnational criminal networks that traffic illicit drugs like fentanyl, human trafficking, weapons, and money laundering. This could benefit the public by targeting dangerous criminal organizations that harm communities in the United States.
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Section 2(b)(1)(C): This provision focuses on enhancing the capacity of civilian law enforcement, prosecutors, and courts to strengthen the rule of law and address public corruption. This is a positive step for accountability, as it aims to combat impunity related to criminal organizations.
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Section 2(e): This section mandates that the Secretary of State provide annual briefings to specific congressional committees regarding the implementation of the strategy. This holds our voted officials and government leaders accountable for tracking the results of security assistance.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that create negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this send more money or help to other countries? — The bill outlines a strategy for security assistance to Mexico, which constitutes a form of foreign aid. Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — The strategy includes efforts to degrade transnational criminal organizations involved in cybercrimes. Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — The bill explicitly mentions diplomatic engagements as a component of bilateral cooperation. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The bill promotes bilateral cooperation mechanisms between the U.S. and Mexico.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill mandates detailed reporting and annual briefings to Congressional committees. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill increases federal oversight and requirements for the Secretary of State regarding assistance to Mexico.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this tighten control of the border? — The bill focuses on increasing the capacity of security institutions to improve security at Mexico's borders.
- Healthcare
- Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths? — The bill aims to dismantle criminal networks trafficking fentanyl, which is a major driver of the opioid crisis.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would immigrants be better off under this? — By targeting human smuggling and trafficking, the bill aims to improve security and order related to migration.
- 6/18/2025
- Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 97.
- 6/5/2025
- Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
- 5/15/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
2 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Mark KellyDemocrat · Arizona