There is no time to waste. We must fund the solution before gridlock at the nation's ports chokes international commerce. Finally, I would like to praise the U.S. Customs Service inspectors who actually do the work each and every day. These folks are dedicated to their work. They take great risks at their jobs.
Land ports are dangerous places to work.
At our border with Mexico, inspectors run the risk of being run over by port runners who try to crash through to the United States. They inspect vehicles carrying hazardous materials for contraband. Customs employees also work long hours. Like most other Members, I complain about not seeing my family enough because of my busy schedule. But my schedule is not nearly as hectic and volatile as that of a Customs Inspector.