Shadow Wolves Improvement Act

# Shadow Wolves Improvement Act Summary The Shadow Wolves Improvement Act would enhance support for the Shadow Wolves, a specialized federal law enforcement unit within U.S. Customs and Border Protection that operates on Native American tribal lands near the U.S.-Mexico border. The bill addresses border security, drug trafficking, and human trafficking by improving funding, personnel resources, and oversight of this unit.

It also focuses on federal-Indian relations by ensuring tribal lands are effectively protected while respecting tribal sovereignty. Key provisions likely include increased funding for the Shadow Wolves unit, improvements to law enforcement officer pay and benefits, enhanced congressional oversight of the program, and measures to strengthen coordination between federal agencies and tribal governments. The bill specifically targets law enforcement on tribal lands, where the Shadow Wolves operate to combat smuggling and trafficking activities. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee as of the 119th Congress, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. To become law, it would need to pass out of committee, receive a Senate vote, pass the House, and be signed by the President.