What does Preamble of Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act do?

This bill proposes to amend the Office of National Drug Control Policy Reauthorization Act of 1998. The proposed amendment would require a Caribbean border counternarcotics strategy.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act.

What does CARIBBEAN BORDER COUNTERNARCOTICS STRATEGY ACT. of Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act do?

This section amends the Office of National Drug Control Policy Reauthorization Act of 1998 to define terms like 'State' and 'United States' for geographical purposes. It adds a requirement for a Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy to be developed by the Federal Government. The strategy must outline a plan to prevent illegal drug trafficking through the Caribbean region into the United States. The strategy must also detail the roles and responsibilities of relevant agencies, identify required resources, and ensure it promotes legitimate trade and travel. A specific component of the strategy must address preventing drug trafficking to and through Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands, including reducing drug-related violent crime. The strategy should include recommendations for additional assistance or authorities needed by law enforcement agencies, including evaluations of technical and financial assistance.

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Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy Act

Last updated: 2/12/2025 · Introduced: 2/12/2025

Author: Rick Scott (R-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill mandates the development of a Caribbean Border Counternarcotics Strategy by the Federal Government to prevent illegal drug trafficking into the United States.
The strategy must outline roles, responsibilities, and resource needs for relevant agencies while supporting legitimate trade and travel.
A key component of the strategy will focus on preventing drug trafficking to and through Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands, including reducing related violent crime.

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