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Securing Americans from Transportation Insanity Act

12/29/2022, 11:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7548

Bill 117 hr 7548, also known as the Securing Americans from Transportation Insanity Act, aims to address safety concerns within the transportation industry in the United States. The bill focuses on implementing measures to enhance security and protect American citizens while traveling.

One key provision of the bill is the requirement for increased security screenings at transportation hubs, such as airports, train stations, and bus terminals. This includes the use of advanced technology and increased personnel to ensure that potential threats are identified and mitigated before they can cause harm.

Additionally, the bill calls for improved communication and coordination between various transportation agencies and law enforcement entities to better respond to emergencies and security incidents. This includes the establishment of a centralized database for sharing information and intelligence related to transportation security. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for increased training and resources for transportation security personnel, as well as measures to enhance the physical security of transportation infrastructure. This includes the implementation of measures to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive areas and the use of technology to monitor and detect potential threats. Overall, the Securing Americans from Transportation Insanity Act aims to strengthen the security of the transportation industry in the United States and protect American citizens from potential threats. By implementing these measures, the bill seeks to ensure that individuals can travel safely and securely throughout the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 7548

Securing Americans from Transportation Insanity Act

This bill prohibits the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) from modifying Standard Operating Procedures to remove biologically determined sex-based screening procedures from security screening, including by (1) updating the TSA PreCheck program to include an 'X' gender marker option, (2) promoting the use and acceptance of the 'X' gender marker, and (3) requiring U.S. Customs and Border Protection to use gender-neutral language and an individual's self-identified pronouns or name.

Current Status of Bill HR 7548

Bill HR 7548 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 21, 2022. Bill HR 7548 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 21, 2022.  Bill HR 7548's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations. as of April 22, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7548

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
24
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
24
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7548

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7548

Securing Americans from Transportation Insanity Act
Securing Americans from Transportation Insanity Act
To prohibit the Transportation Security Administration from modifying Standard Operating Procedures to remove biologically determined sex-based screening procedures from security screening, and for other purposes.

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