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United
States Senators “This
hearing was the third in a series of hearings focusing on
identifying holes in our immigration system, places where
enforcement has been badly deficient,” Cornyn said. “Unfortunately, there are many such holes.
We have not done nearly enough to enforce our laws. That must
end, and that will end.” The
hearing was titled: Strengthening Border Security between the
Ports of Entry: the Use of Technology to Protect the Borders.
One of the key topics addressed was the number of
agents available to patrol the borders and the technologies
they use to better enhance their efforts. The hearing also
examined the effectiveness of the current technology, such as
underground sensors, unmanned drones or UAVs, and pole
cameras. Witnesses included the Chief of Border Patrol and an
official from the DHS Science and Technology Directorate. “The
effective use of technology in between the ports of entry can
serve as a force multiplier for our border patrol agents and
officers charged with securing the border,” Cornyn said.
“Technology allows these agents to conserve manpower and
efficiently respond when we identify breaches in our
border.” Cornyn, who is a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, introduced the End Demand for Sex Trafficking Act of 2005 in the Senate today, which he said will combat sex trafficking, a crime that disproportionately victimizes women and children. "The bill will target and reduce demand by focusing prosecution efforts on traffickers and exploiters of unlawful commercial sex acts, and assisting non-government organizations that specialize in providing services to victims of such terrible activities," Cornyn said. Joining Cornyn to introduce the legislation were Senators Arlen Specter and Representatives Deborah Pryce, Carolyn Maloney, and Bobby Scott. Visit www.cornyn.senate.gov to To read the bill and letters of support. Hyperlinks will work if this document is read Online
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