Summary

Directs the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to launch pilot projects at land ports of entry to test new and enhanced nonintrusive inspection technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to detect contraband, weapons, human smuggling, and other threats while speeding inspections. The pilots must begin within one year of enactment, run for up to five years, protect personal data, coordinate with DHS research offices, evaluate multiple technology types, and report results to Congress during and after the pilot period.

Key Points

• Orders DHS/CBP to pilot AI-enabled and other nonintrusive inspection technologies at land ports of entry.
• Pilots must start within one year and sunset five years after enactment.
• Multiple technology types must be tested to compare effectiveness and operational value.
• Focuses on detecting contraband, weapons, and human smuggling while improving inspection efficiency.
• Requires protection of personal data gathered during the pilots.
• Mandates coordination with DHS research and innovation offices.
• Provides for interim and final reports to Congress on results and recommendations.

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