this bill, added to what we have already done, and gives us the resources necessary for that kind ofystem to be in place. that makes a lot of difference to people who live in that area, into the country as a whole. >> you mentioned the crossings are down. to what degree do you think that is the result of the economy, because there simply are not dogs here for people who want to cross the border? to what degree is it because of the systemic measures that have been taken? >> we cannot give you specific numbers, but i can tell you from my own experience that crossings are down. i would say 50%-60% from even two years ago. >> almost all of that must be because of the economy. >> is there to say that the economy has something to do with it. -- it is fair to say that the economy has something to do with it. it is also fair to say that the additional resources at the also have something to do with it. we have undertaken an unprecedented partnership with mexican law enforcement. that also is having an effect. >> to follow on that, can you quantify what extra money and resources will mean in terms