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Trump Administration Finalizes $150M Grant for High-Tech Otay Mesa Border Facility

The project, set to begin construction this fall, removes Green New Deal mandates and aims to modernize trade and security operations by 2027.

The Otay Mesa East border crossing, also known as Otay II, will be used for both vehicle and commercial crossings between the U.S. and Mexico. Construction of several bridges along the highway for the Otay II project in Tijuana on July 3, 2024. (Alejandro Tamayo / The San Diego Union-Tribune)
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Overview

  • The $150 million federal grant clears a two-year backlog and will fund the construction of a new state-of-the-art border crossing near Otay Mesa.
  • Green New Deal provisions, including a zero-emission vehicle charging requirement, were removed to focus on national security and trade goals.
  • The facility will feature advanced inspection technologies and intelligent tolling systems to enhance efficiency and reduce congestion.
  • Construction is scheduled to start in fall 2025, with the project expected to be completed by the end of 2027.
  • The project is projected to generate $3.7 billion in toll revenue for both the U.S. and Mexico over the next 40 years, supporting economic growth in the region.