CBP Announcements

CBP Field Operations Academy Accreditation Renewal Public Comment

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Field Operations Academy is seeking to maintain its accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). CBP is providing the public an opportunity to submit comments relevant to the accreditation process.

CBP Supports Operation FREE 3.0 Fentanyl Initiative

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced its support for Operation FREE 3.0, a multiagency initiative to combat fentanyl trafficking. This operation involves over 175 federal, state, and local agencies across 14 states and leverages CBP's intelligence and investigative resources to target criminal networks.

CBP Statement on New Tariffs and Enforcement

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a statement detailing the implementation and enforcement of new presidential tariffs. The agency highlighted its role in collecting over $200 million daily in associated revenue and outlined specific tariff rates and effective dates for various goods, including passenger vehicles and imports from China.

CBP Implements Presidential Executive Orders on Tariffs

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has implemented five Presidential Executive Orders, introducing new tariff rates on imports from China, Hong Kong, Canada, and Mexico. These changes include additional tariffs based on product origin and type, effective March 4 and March 7, 2025.

CBP Acting Commissioner Addresses Trade and Cargo Security Summit

CBP Acting Commissioner Pete Flores delivered remarks at the Trade and Cargo Security Summit on May 6, 2025. The speech highlighted CBP's efforts in fostering legitimate trade and travel, enforcing tariffs, and combating illicit fentanyl.