Grounding the UAVs also creates a perception in an already volatile border region that the Federal Government is abandoning its responsibilities. We are now into our fifth month with grounded UAVs at the southern border. and I find this inexcusable and unacceptable. A UAV program not only helps to deter illegal immigrants but also maximizes the effectiveness of our law enforcement agents on the ground. I commend the bill managers for recognizing the need for UAVs and hope they can agree to support my amendment that will make clear to DHS that the funding provided in this bill is not to support grounded technologies but. rather. is provided to support a robust UAV program that best meets the areas security risks while recognizing the need for constant surveillance along the southwestern border. I urge my colleagues to support this amendment to ensure UAV surveillance at the Nations borders and maximize our law enforcement efforts.
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