Florida GOP lawmaker reveals plan to expose gaps in biometrics system to crack down on visa overstays

FIRST ON FOX: Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., is introducing legislation to get the U.S. to finally launch a biometric exit system for immigrants on temporary visas in an effort to track and prevent overstays, a significant, but often overlooked form of illegal immigration.

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has, over the years, introduced a biometric entry-exit system, which uses facial recognition, fingerprinting and other technology at dozens of airports, seaports and all pedestrian lanes at both the northern and southern borders.

The creation of a biometric entry-exit system was mandated by the 9/11 Commission in August 2004, and an entry system was implemented in 2006.

"Facial biometrics adds an extra layer of security and further enhances the traveler experience by utilizing a more touch-free technology that streamlines entry procedures," CBP’s website says.