US SB956

Establishes the Border Interagency Executive Council, chaired by CBP Commissioner, to coordinate customs, security, health, and trade agencies for improved supply chain processing and identification of illicit shipments

Requires creation of a single-window automated system for processing import/export cargo, with CBP to assess within 180 days whether commercial technology is available and implement within 1 year of appropriations

Simplifies drawback procedures by allowing accelerated payment of estimated duties while claims are pending, eliminating prior notice requirements for exports, and permitting electronic filing of amendments

Mandates GAO report on CBP fee schedules with recommendations for restructuring costs to benefit compliant trade community members and ensure all beneficiaries pay for customs services

Requires CBP to update the C-TPAT Trade Compliance Handbook with best practices for mitigating forced labor import risks, establish response deadlines for trade community requests, and create accessible contact systems for CBP personnel