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Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act

USA119th CongressHR-4368| House 
| Updated: 7/14/2025
Adriano Espaillat

Adriano Espaillat

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (3)
Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)Brad Sherman (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)

Foreign Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill authorizes the Secretary of State and the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development to carry out the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI) in thirteen Caribbean nations. The initiative aims to enhance the United States-Caribbean security partnership by promoting citizen safety, security, and the rule of law through strategic engagement with governments and civil society. A core purpose of the CBSI is to counter transnational criminal organizations and local gangs by strengthening maritime and aerial interdiction, improving border and port security, and building capacity to target illicit finances and recruitment. It also seeks to advance law enforcement and justice sector capacity building , including combating corruption, various forms of trafficking, and supporting police training in human rights and community policing. Furthermore, the bill promotes crime prevention efforts, particularly among at-risk youth, and strengthens the security sector's resilience to natural disasters. The legislation prioritizes efforts to combat corruption and counter malign influence from authoritarian regimes by monitoring their security assistance and restricting involvement in potentially obstructive investment projects. To fund these comprehensive efforts, the bill authorizes an appropriation of $88,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2025 through 2029 for the Department of State and USAID. An implementation plan, including a multi-year strategy and measurable benchmarks, is required within 180 days, along with annual progress updates to ensure accountability and track results.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-7703
Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-4133
Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1802
Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act
Mar 3, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-820
Introduced in Senate
Jul 14, 2025
Introduced in House
Jul 14, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-7703
    Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-4133
    Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1802
    Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act


  • March 3, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-820
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 14, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • July 14, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • HR 119-4031: Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act
  • S 119-820: Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act

Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act

USA119th CongressHR-4368| House 
| Updated: 7/14/2025
This bill authorizes the Secretary of State and the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development to carry out the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI) in thirteen Caribbean nations. The initiative aims to enhance the United States-Caribbean security partnership by promoting citizen safety, security, and the rule of law through strategic engagement with governments and civil society. A core purpose of the CBSI is to counter transnational criminal organizations and local gangs by strengthening maritime and aerial interdiction, improving border and port security, and building capacity to target illicit finances and recruitment. It also seeks to advance law enforcement and justice sector capacity building , including combating corruption, various forms of trafficking, and supporting police training in human rights and community policing. Furthermore, the bill promotes crime prevention efforts, particularly among at-risk youth, and strengthens the security sector's resilience to natural disasters. The legislation prioritizes efforts to combat corruption and counter malign influence from authoritarian regimes by monitoring their security assistance and restricting involvement in potentially obstructive investment projects. To fund these comprehensive efforts, the bill authorizes an appropriation of $88,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2025 through 2029 for the Department of State and USAID. An implementation plan, including a multi-year strategy and measurable benchmarks, is required within 180 days, along with annual progress updates to ensure accountability and track results.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-7703
Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-4133
Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1802
Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act
Mar 3, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-820
Introduced in Senate
Jul 14, 2025
Introduced in House
Jul 14, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-7703
    Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-4133
    Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1802
    Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act


  • March 3, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-820
    Introduced in Senate


  • July 14, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • July 14, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Adriano Espaillat

Adriano Espaillat

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (3)
Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)Brad Sherman (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)

Foreign Affairs Committee

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • HR 119-4031: Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act
  • S 119-820: Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted