Heinrich calls for increased CBP resources at our nation’s ports of entry

During a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing to discuss the defense authorization budget request for fiscal year 2017 and the future of defense programs, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich called for additional investments to support U.S. Custom and Border Protection's (CBP) officers who protect our homeland security at our nation's ports of entry. The responsibilities of CBP officers include stopping illegal entry of drugs, money, and other contrabands, and they assist in facilitating lawful international trade. CBP officers in southern New Mexico are responsible for overseeing the Santa Teresa Port of Entry in Doña Ana County and the Columbus Port of Entry in Luna County. March 10, 2016.