House Passes Border Tunnel Defense Act in 402-1 Vote, Requires CBP Reports

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Updated Mar 11, 2025, 03:02 PM

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Subterranean Border Defense Act, introduced by Rep. Eli Crane (R-Ariz.) and co-sponsored by Rep. Lou Correa (D-Calif.), in a 402-1 vote. The bill targets the use of underground tunnels by Mexican cartels to smuggle drugs, people, and other illicit items across the U.S.-Mexico border. The legislation requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to submit annual reports to Congress on the discovery and mitigation of cross-border tunnels. Since 1990, more than 140 tunnels have been uncovered, with an 80% increase in tunnel activity reported since 2008. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) was the only member of Congress to vote against the bill. The measure is seen as a significant step in enhancing congressional oversight and strengthening border security.

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