Federal Register #DHS-2026-0265-0003

DHS Legal Waiver for Expedited Border Infrastructure in Texas

This notice from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announces a legal waiver to accelerate border infrastructure projects in Texas: - Government Buyer: - Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the Secretary - Scope of Action: - Waives a wide range of federal, state, and local laws and regulations - Applies to construction of physical barriers and roads in the U.S. Border Patrol Big Bend and Del Rio Sectors (Texas) - Infrastructure to be installed includes: - Physical barriers - Roads - Lighting - Cameras - Sensors - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, part numbers, or quantities are identified - Notable Requirements: - Legal waiver covers environmental, historical, and other regulatory statutes - Focus is on rapid execution of border security infrastructure - No procurement solicitation or contract award is included in this notice

Description

The Department of Homeland Security has issued a determination to waive certain laws and regulations to expedite the construction of barriers and roads near the international land border in Texas. This action targets the Big Bend and Del Rio Sectors, areas identified as having high illegal entry and drug smuggling activity. The waiver allows for the installation of physical barriers, roads, lighting, cameras, and sensors to achieve operational control of the border. The determination is effective as of July 27, 2026, and aims to enhance border security and prevent unlawful entries.

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