A bill to prohibit individuals charged with or convicted of human trafficking or drug trafficking offenses committed near the border of the United States from receiving Federal benefits.

This bill prohibits individuals charged with or convicted of human trafficking or drug trafficking offenses that occurred near the U.S. border (including territorial waters) from receiving federal benefits. It directly affects people facing such charges or convictions, barring them from benefits like Social Security, housing assistance, health programs, or professional licenses funded by the federal government. The prohibition applies automatically upon indictment, charge, or conviction for a border-related offense, but ends if charges are dismissed or the person is found not guilty, with retroactive payment of withheld benefits. The bill defines "border-related" offenses broadly, covering specific trafficking crimes under federal law where any part of the conduct happened at the border.