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HR 1294119th CongressIntroduced
BEST Facilitation Act
Introduced: Oct 29, 2025
Defense & National SecurityImmigrationTechnology & Innovation
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
Establishes a pilot program for Image Technician positions in U.S. Customs and Border Protection to enhance border security through non-intrusive inspection image analysis, with regional command centers and annual evaluations.
Key Points
- 1Creates Image Technician 1 and 2 roles to analyze inspection images for contraband and unlawful entries.
- 2Requires regional command centers and annual assessments of technician accuracy and program effectiveness.
- 3Mandates training on privacy, civil liberties, and evolving technologies while retaining CBP officer decision-making authority.
Impact Areas
U.S. Customs and Border Protection operationsPorts of entry and international rail crossingsNational Targeting Center intelligence sharingBorder security and trade facilitation efficiency
Generated by legislative-analysis-v3 on Nov 10, 2025