IBEM Act of 2025

The International Bridge and Port of Entry Modernization Act of 2025 seeks to significantly streamline the Presidential permitting process for new or modified international border infrastructure. It amends the International Bridge Act of 1972 to permanently apply its provisions to both international bridges and land ports of entry connecting the United States with Mexico and Canada, removing previous time limitations. A central provision of this bill is the explicit directive that the Secretary shall not compile or take into consideration any environmental documents under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) when evaluating a Presidential permit application for these projects. This change aims to expedite the approval process by removing a major regulatory hurdle. The bill also clarifies that the Secretary's determination will serve as the sole basis for permit approval, further simplifying the procedure for border infrastructure development.