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New Resolution Aims for US-Canada Border Security Collaboration

10/11/2025

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House Resolution 5518, introduced by Rep. Nicholas Langworthy, would allow United States and Canadian officers to operate across borders to bolster security.
The measure could expand United States officers in Canada beyond current practice.
Canadian officials have not yet commented on the proposal as Congress weighs it.
Experts note that integration has grown since 2001, but many legal and operational details, including sovereignty and authority, must be addressed.

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Story summary

House Resolution 5518, introduced by Rep. Nicholas Langworthy, would allow United States and Canadian officers to operate across borders to bolster security.
The measure could expand United States officers in Canada beyond current practice.
Canadian officials have not yet commented on the proposal as Congress weighs it.
Experts note that integration has grown since 2001, but many legal and operational details, including sovereignty and authority, must be addressed.