The Secure Fence Act

The Secure Fence Act, enacted in 2006, authorized the construction of physical barriers along portions of the U.S.-Mexico border. Its goal was to enhance border security by reducing illegal crossings and improving surveillance technology. The law mandated the building of fences, vehicle barricades, and lighting in high-traffic areas, along with the deployment of sensors and other surveillance measures. It aimed to better control immigration and drug trafficking while facilitating legal border crossings, reflecting a focus on national security and immigration management through physical infrastructure and technology.