Scam Alert
Individuals nationwide have reported receiving unsolicited calls from scammers posing as CBP officials. These calls are phone scams/phishing attempts and the public is urged to not provide the caller with any information. Learn more about the scam.
The Office of Congressional Affairs (OCA) serves as the single point of contact within CBP for all communications between CBP and Congress. OCA’s role is critical in maintaining an effective relationship between CBP and Congress by monitoring areas of special or urgent Congressional interest. We collaborate with the Hill on legislation, casework, and inquiries spanning the broad scope of CBP operations. OCA maintains a comprehensive knowledge of all agency and Congressional programs and activities.
OCA is committed to addressing all questions and concerns related to CBP’s complex mission. We are responsible for the accurate and transparent articulation of CBP's message and activities. We respond to requests from members of Congress for information, including reports, meetings, hearings, and tours. We coordinate all activities and supporting documents for Congressional hearings and prepare witnesses to testify before Congress. OCA coordinates visits to CBP facilities by Congressional delegations (CODELS) and their staff delegations (STAFFDELS), and coordinate and host Congressional Staffer Academy (CSA) sessions.
OCA Leadership and Organization
Stephanie Talton, Deputy Assistant Commissioner
OCA Directorates
- Border, Air & Marine Operations – Timothy Goobic, Director
- Budget & Appropriations – David Roth, Acting Director
- Operations Support / Enterprise Services – Sabrina Scott, Director
- Trade and Field Operations – Dane Norman, Director
- Management and Communications – Robert "Ben" Andrews, Chief of Staff
Congressional Staff Resources
The Office of Congressional Affairs is committed to keeping Congress informed about CBP’s complex policies, programs, and operations. To assist in that endeavor, we have created Congressional Staff Resources, a unique set of links to assist Congressional staff in learning about CBP and researching CBP issues.
Congressional Staffer Academy
In an average year, OCA hosts two Congressional Staffer Academy sessions to help Congressional staff learn about CBP's complex mission.