Land Ports of Entry: CBP Should Update Policies and Enhance Analysis of Inspections

Customs and Border Protection is responsible for keeping trade and travel flowing across U.S. borders while also intercepting terrorists, criminals, and contraband. Inspecting the millions of people and vehicles coming from Canada and Mexico is part of the job. However, CBP's inspection policies are outdated and don't reflect new technology or threats. For example, key policies do not address how to handle the dangerous drug fentanyl. This leaves officers without guidance they need to do inspections properly and consistently. We made 4 recommendations to improve management and oversight of inspections, including that CBP update its policies.