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DHS notice that Acting Secretary has waived certain legal requirements to construct the border wall in Starr County, Texas.

  1. Date Announced

    April 15, 2020

    DHS notice that the Acting Secretary has determined, pursuant to IIRIRA § 102, that it is necessary to waive certain laws, regulations, and other legal requirements to "ensure the expeditious construction" of barriers and roads around the US-Mexico Border in Starr County, TX. [ID #842]

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  2. Effective Date of Change

    April 15, 2020
Status: Final/Actual
Type of Action: Agency Directive
Subject Matter: Border
Agencies Affected: DHS CBP

  1. Associated or Derivative Policies

    1. June 27, 2019

      CBP proposes construction of pedestrian barrier in the Rio Grande Valley

    2. July 1, 2019

      DHS waives certain legal regulations to expedite border wall construction in Texas

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