Tren de Aragua Border Security Threat Assessment Act
Tren de Aragua Border Security Threat Assessment Act
Plain Language Summary
# Tren de Aragua Border Security Threat Assessment Act Summary **What the bill does:** This legislation requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to produce a detailed report about Tren de Aragua, a criminal gang originating in Venezuela, and other transnational criminal organizations operating at the U.S. border. The report must explain the gang's origins, goals, how it's funded, and its presence and growth in the United States.
Within one year of submitting this assessment, DHS must also develop a strategic plan to address the threat, including ways to combat the organization and improve information-sharing between federal agencies and law enforcement. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects DHS and other federal law enforcement and border security agencies. Secondarily, it could impact communities where Tren de Aragua operates, as any resulting enforcement efforts would target their activities. **Current status:** The bill passed the House of Representatives and is awaiting consideration in the Senate.
CRS Official Summary
Tren de Aragua Border Security Threat Assessment ActThis bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to submit a border threat assessment and strategic plan regarding Tren de Aragua and other transnational criminal organizations. (Tren de Aragua is a gang that originated in Venezuela.)The threat assessment must include current and potential criminal threats from Tren de Aragua and a description of its origins, strategic aims, funding sources, and U.S. growth and presence.DHS must submit a strategic plan not later than one year after submission of the threat assessment. The plan must include, for example, a consideration of the threat assessment and mitigation efforts regarding Tren de Aragua and other transnational criminal organizations and efforts to disseminate information between DHS and other departments, agencies, and law enforcement entities with missions associated with the border.
Latest Action
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.