Cross-border commuters in Nogales could spend less time waiting in line as more lanes open at the Mariposa port of entry.
In a pilot program starting Monday, Oct. 30, additional lanes will be open 6-8 a.m., Monday through Friday, according to a news release from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
The purpose of the pilot program is to shorten wait-times for travelers at Mariposa during peak morning hours, CBP said. The shorter wait-times at Mariposa also could lessen congestion at the DeConcini port of entry in downtown Nogales.
“CBP is always looking for more ways to help facilitate the entry process for legitimate travelers,†port director Efrain Solis said in the news release. “We strongly encourage daily commuters to take advantage of this pilot program that could become permanent, depending on usage levels.â€
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After the pilot program runs for two weeks, port staff will reassess the program, said CBP spokeswoman Marcia Armendariz.
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