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S. 2

Senate

Secure America Act

Sponsor: Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL)

Introduced

The bill has been introduced and is awaiting committee action.

In brief

The Secure America Act provides $70 billion in funding through fiscal year 2029 for the Department of Homeland Security to increase immigration enforcement and border security. The law funds the hiring and training of additional Border Patrol agents and investigators for Homeland Security Investigations, specifically to combat drug trafficking and child exploitation. It also pays for the procurement of drone surveillance towers and artificial intelligence technology to screen for illicit narcotics at U.S. ports and borders. Introduced by Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC), the bill was signed into law in June 2026.

Timeline

Every recorded action, oldest first.

  1. January 8, 2025 · Senate

    Introduced

    Authorizes border wall construction and reforms asylum processing and visa enforcement. Introduced in the Senate.

    Next: Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

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  2. June 7, 2026 · Senate

    Introduced

    Provides resources and authorities for enhanced national and border security.

    Next: Awaits Senate committee action.

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  3. June 14, 2026 · Senate

    Introduced

    A high-priority Senate bill addressing national border integrity and immigration laws.

    Next: Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

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