§§ 1401–1405 · 2 sections
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Definitions
In this chapter:
(1) Commissioner
The term "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection of the Department of Homeland Security.
(2) Maquiladora
The term "maquiladora" means an entity located in Mexico that assembles and produces goods from imported parts for export to the United States.
(3) Northern border
The term "northern border" means the international border between the United States and Canada.
(4) Secretary
The term "Secretary" means the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.
(5) Southern border
The term "southern border" means the international border between the United States and Mexico.
Authorization of appropriations
(a) In general
In addition to any funds otherwise available, there are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this chapter for fiscal years 2009 through 2013.
(b) International agreements
Funds authorized to be appropriated under this chapter may be used for the implementation of projects described in the Declaration on Embracing Technology and Cooperation to Promote the Secure and Efficient Flow of People and Commerce across our Shared Border between the United States and Mexico, agreed to March 22, 2002, Monterrey, Mexico (commonly known as the Border Partnership Action Plan) or the Smart Border Declaration between the United States and Canada, agreed to December 12, 2001, Ottawa, Canada that are consistent with the provisions of this chapter.
Compiled from an official source version. Later amendments or repeals may not be reflected; the official text prevails. Text of the U.S. Code 2024 Edition (govinfo), imported 2026-07-04. Amendments enacted after the 2024 Edition are not reflected. Read the official text ↗
Source: United States Code / CFR (uscode.house.gov, govinfo.gov) — U.S. federal law, public domain (17 U.S.C. § 105).
