To establish a pilot program for use by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at land ports of entry along the Arizona border to assess the use of artificial intelligence through an anomaly detection algorithm, and for other purposes.
Homeland Security Committee, Border Security and Enforcement Subcommittee
Introduced
In Committee
On Floor
Passed Chamber
Enacted
This legislation directs U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to establish a two-year pilot program at land ports of entry along the Arizona border within two years of enactment. The program will implement an artificial intelligence (AI) anomaly detection algorithm designed to improve the screening, efficiency, inspection, and interdiction of illicit drugs and contraband. CBP will test and assess the algorithm's ability to assist with staffing inefficiencies, enhance inspection thoroughness and accuracy, improve processing times, and strengthen overall border security by combating trafficking. The Secretary of Homeland Security must ensure the AI algorithm meets all Department of Homeland Security cybersecurity requirements and undergoes rigorous risk management. CBP is authorized to coordinate with other federal agencies and solicit input from the private sector for the program's development and implementation. Upon termination after two years, CBP must submit progress and a final report to Congress, detailing quantifiable metrics, successes, failures, and recommendations for future expansion of the technology.
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Timeline
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
To establish a pilot program for use by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at land ports of entry along the Arizona border to assess the use of artificial intelligence through an anomaly detection algorithm, and for other purposes.
USA119th CongressHR-9566| House
| Updated: 7/7/2026
This legislation directs U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to establish a two-year pilot program at land ports of entry along the Arizona border within two years of enactment. The program will implement an artificial intelligence (AI) anomaly detection algorithm designed to improve the screening, efficiency, inspection, and interdiction of illicit drugs and contraband. CBP will test and assess the algorithm's ability to assist with staffing inefficiencies, enhance inspection thoroughness and accuracy, improve processing times, and strengthen overall border security by combating trafficking. The Secretary of Homeland Security must ensure the AI algorithm meets all Department of Homeland Security cybersecurity requirements and undergoes rigorous risk management. CBP is authorized to coordinate with other federal agencies and solicit input from the private sector for the program's development and implementation. Upon termination after two years, CBP must submit progress and a final report to Congress, detailing quantifiable metrics, successes, failures, and recommendations for future expansion of the technology.