S-794: Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023
Full Summary
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The Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Pilot Program Act of 2023 aims to enhance port security and combat terrorism by assessing the participation of non-asset-based third-party logistics providers in the CTPAT program. The Secretary of Homeland Security is mandated to implement a pilot program that evaluates if the inclusion of these providers could prevent supply chain security breaches.
The program will be limited to 10 entities of each type, ensuring participation is voluntary and monitored over a maximum period of five years. Following the pilot, the Secretary will report the findings and recommendations to Congress regarding the effectiveness of including these logistics providers in CTPAT.
Additionally, a separate report will be compiled by the Comptroller General assessing the overall effectiveness of CTPAT within a year of the bill's enactment, focusing on security incidents in the cargo supply chain over the past five years.
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Key Points from a Republican Perspective
Focus on enhancing national security.
Supports minimal government intervention by using existing frameworks.
Encourages private sector involvement in security measures.
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