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This report delves into innovative strategies and policies aimed at improving cross-border transportation and trade. Key highlights include progress in rail and ferry preclearance, the introduction of new NEXUS ports, and the implementation of single-window operations to facilitate trade. Additional focus is placed on enhanced law enforcement operations, the impact of RFID-enabled documents, and the measurement of border wait times. Furthermore, details about trusted trader modifications and binational port operations committees are discussed, showcasing ongoing efforts to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
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Regional Perspectives on“Beyond the Border” David Davidson Border Policy Research Institute April 17, 2012
Progress!! • Rail and ferry preclearance • NEXUS benefits and marketing • New NEXUS ports (Sumas/Huntingdon + Lynden/Aldergrove) • Single-window • Law enforcement operations • Shiprider • NEXTGEN – “Jeeprider”
Progress?? – Primum non nocere… • Border wait-time measurement • Binational port operations committees (BPOC) • Trusted-trader modifications (“Tier 2”) • RFID-enabled documents
Wait-time Measurement via Magnetic Loop • Depends on: • Channelization • Booth status (open/close, NEXUS/std.) • Service rates