Transportation Security Public Health Threat Preparedness Act of 2021

5/11/2023, 3:45 PM

Transportation Security Public Health Threat Preparedness Act of 2021

This bill directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to analyze the preparedness of the U.S. transportation security system for public health threats. Additionally, the TSA may provide its personnel to other components of the Department of Homeland Security and other federal agencies to improve coordination with such components and agencies to prepare for, protect against, and respond to public health threats to the transportation security system.

Bill 117 HR 1895, also known as the Transportation Security Public Health Threat Preparedness Act of 2021, aims to enhance the preparedness of transportation security agencies in response to public health threats. The bill focuses on improving coordination between transportation security agencies and public health agencies to better respond to potential threats.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing a task force to assess the current state of transportation security preparedness for public health threats and make recommendations for improvement. 2. Requiring transportation security agencies to develop and implement plans for responding to public health threats, including coordination with public health agencies and other relevant stakeholders. 3. Enhancing training and resources for transportation security personnel to effectively respond to public health threats. 4. Improving communication and information sharing between transportation security agencies and public health agencies to ensure a coordinated response to potential threats. 5. Conducting regular exercises and drills to test the preparedness of transportation security agencies in responding to public health threats. Overall, the Transportation Security Public Health Threat Preparedness Act of 2021 aims to strengthen the ability of transportation security agencies to respond effectively to public health threats and protect the safety and security of the traveling public.
Congress
117
Number
HR - 1895
Introduced on
2021-03-16
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/21/2021
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Transportation Security Public Health Threat Preparedness Act of 2021

This bill directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to analyze the preparedness of the U.S. transportation security system for public health threats. Additionally, the TSA may provide its personnel to other components of the Department of Homeland Security and other federal agencies to improve coordination with such components and agencies to prepare for, protect against, and respond to public health threats to the transportation security system.

Bill 117 HR 1895, also known as the Transportation Security Public Health Threat Preparedness Act of 2021, aims to enhance the preparedness of transportation security agencies in response to public health threats. The bill focuses on improving coordination between transportation security agencies and public health agencies to better respond to potential threats.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing a task force to assess the current state of transportation security preparedness for public health threats and make recommendations for improvement. 2. Requiring transportation security agencies to develop and implement plans for responding to public health threats, including coordination with public health agencies and other relevant stakeholders. 3. Enhancing training and resources for transportation security personnel to effectively respond to public health threats. 4. Improving communication and information sharing between transportation security agencies and public health agencies to ensure a coordinated response to potential threats. 5. Conducting regular exercises and drills to test the preparedness of transportation security agencies in responding to public health threats. Overall, the Transportation Security Public Health Threat Preparedness Act of 2021 aims to strengthen the ability of transportation security agencies to respond effectively to public health threats and protect the safety and security of the traveling public.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo enhance the preparedness of the Transportation Security Administration for public health threats to the transportation security system of the United States, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works
Potential Impact
Aviation and airports•
Congressional oversight•
Emergency planning and evacuation•
Government information and archives•
Government studies and investigations•
Health promotion and preventive care•
Health technology, devices, supplies•
Intergovernmental relations•
Technology assessment•
Transportation employees•
Transportation safety and security

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/24/2021

Transportation Security Public Health Threat Preparedness Act of 2021

This bill directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to analyze the preparedness of the U.S. transportation security system for public health threat...

Latest Action7/21/2021
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.