Fund the TSA Act

3/6/2024, 8:15 AM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
Bill 118 hr 3394, also known as the Fund the TSA Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide funding for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of travelers in the United States.

The bill proposes to allocate additional funds to the TSA in order to enhance its operations and improve its ability to detect and prevent potential threats to aviation security. This funding would be used to hire additional personnel, invest in new technology and equipment, and enhance training programs for TSA employees.

Supporters of the bill argue that providing adequate funding for the TSA is essential to maintaining the safety and security of the traveling public. They believe that the TSA plays a crucial role in protecting against terrorist threats and ensuring the smooth operation of the nation's transportation systems. Opponents of the bill may argue that the TSA is already adequately funded and that additional funding is unnecessary. They may also raise concerns about the effectiveness of the TSA's security measures and question the agency's ability to properly utilize any additional funds. Overall, the Fund the TSA Act is a significant piece of legislation that has the potential to impact the safety and security of travelers in the United States. It will be important for Congress to carefully consider the implications of this bill and weigh the potential benefits against any potential drawbacks before making a decision on its passage.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 3394

Introduced on
2023-05-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/17/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
Bill 118 hr 3394, also known as the Fund the TSA Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide funding for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of travelers in the United States.

The bill proposes to allocate additional funds to the TSA in order to enhance its operations and improve its ability to detect and prevent potential threats to aviation security. This funding would be used to hire additional personnel, invest in new technology and equipment, and enhance training programs for TSA employees.

Supporters of the bill argue that providing adequate funding for the TSA is essential to maintaining the safety and security of the traveling public. They believe that the TSA plays a crucial role in protecting against terrorist threats and ensuring the smooth operation of the nation's transportation systems. Opponents of the bill may argue that the TSA is already adequately funded and that additional funding is unnecessary. They may also raise concerns about the effectiveness of the TSA's security measures and question the agency's ability to properly utilize any additional funds. Overall, the Fund the TSA Act is a significant piece of legislation that has the potential to impact the safety and security of travelers in the United States. It will be important for Congress to carefully consider the implications of this bill and weigh the potential benefits against any potential drawbacks before making a decision on its passage.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title 49, United States Code, to improve the ability of the Transportation Security Administration to carry out its security mission by ensuring that revenues collected from passengers as aviation security fees are used to help finance the costs of aviation security screening, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact
Aviation and airports•
Department of Homeland Security•
Executive agency funding and structure•
Government trust funds•
Inflation and prices•
Law enforcement officers•
Public contracts and procurement•
Transportation safety and security•
User charges and fees•
Wages and earnings

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Latest Action5/17/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.