Enhanced Counter-Narcotics Detection and Technology Act
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security, acting through the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, to implement large-scale, non-intrusive inspection technology at land ports of entry identified as high risk, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9565, proposes to enhance counter-narcotics efforts at U.S. land ports of entry. Specifically, it aims to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to use advanced, non-intrusive inspection technologies at high-risk locations. This technology would help identify illegal drugs without physical inspection, aiming to speed up and improve the detection process. If passed, it would affect border security personnel and potentially anyone crossing these ports of entry, by ensuring more efficient and effective inspections.
As of now, HB9565 has just been introduced and referred to relevant committees for further review. It was introduced on June 30, 2026, and has been referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement. This means it is still in the early stages of the legislative process. Further steps will include committee review and potential votes in the House and Senate.
Recent actions include the bill being introduced and referred to multiple committees for consideration. Key steps moving forward will be committee reviews and possible votes, leading up to potential passage or further amendments.
