The bill would allow the Department of Homeland Security to establish joint aerial law enforcement operations with Canada if both countries authorize them through an agreement. Operations would generally be limited to 50 miles on either side of the border, with exceptions for certain flights and emergencies. The bill also requires officer training on privacy and civil rights, reports to Congress about the program and unmanned aircraft along the northern border, and a report if the program is not established within two years.
If established, the program could involve U.S. and Canadian law enforcement officers conducting aerial operations near the border. The agreement must include protections for privacy and civil liberties, and participating officers must receive relevant training. The bill does not describe specific effects on individuals.
The bill authorizes no additional funds to carry it out.
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