Bills · S 2163
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2163Immigration
Border Patrol Recruitment Enhancement Act
INTRO JUN 25· LAST ACTION JUN 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill would primarily affect experienced law enforcement professionals and military veterans who are interested in careers with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, particularly as Border Patrol agents. Instead of needing to undergo a new polygraph examination, those who meet specific criteria—such as prior service, a clean record, and existing high-level security clearances or recent polygraph passes—could have this requirement waived, potentially making the hiring process faster and more appealing.
It would also affect U.S. Customs and Border Protection by potentially increasing the pool of qualified applicants and streamlining their hiring process for certain positions. American citizens in general could be indirectly affected by changes in Border Patrol staffing levels and the experience level of new recruits.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allows the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Commissioner to waive the polygraph examination for certain experienced state or local law enforcement officers.
This makes it easier for experienced officers with a proven track record to join CBP without redundant vetting, potentially speeding up recruitment.
PROVISION 02
Extends the polygraph waiver to current federal law enforcement officers and military members/veterans who meet specific experience and security clearance requirements.
Broadens the pool of experienced professionals, including those with federal security backgrounds, who can be recruited more efficiently.
PROVISION 03
Requires all individuals receiving a waiver to have a clean record, including no disciplinary actions, criminal convictions, or pending charges.
Ensures that even with a waiver, applicants must still meet high standards of integrity and suitability for law enforcement roles.
PROVISION 04
Grants the CBP Commissioner authority to administer a polygraph even with a waiver if new information during a background investigation raises concerns.
Provides a critical safeguard to address potential risks that may emerge during the hiring process, maintaining security standards.
PROVISION 05
Mandates annual reporting to Congress for five years on the use and impact of the polygraph waiver program.
Ensures transparency and accountability, allowing Congress to monitor the program's effectiveness and any unforeseen consequences.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 25
Introduced in Senate
JUN 25
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2163
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 25, 2025
Last actionJun 25, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 25, 2025
Senate BillS 2163Immigration
Border Patrol Recruitment Enhancement Act
INTRODUCED JUN 25, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 25, 2025
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