TSA Administrator Modernization Act of 2017

Bill 115 hr 1309, also known as the TSA Administrator Modernization Act of 2017, aims to make changes to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) by updating the qualifications and appointment process for the TSA Administrator. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 2, 2017.

The main provisions of the bill include requiring the TSA Administrator to have at least five years of experience in a senior leadership position in a federal agency or the private sector, as well as experience in security, law enforcement, or counterterrorism. The bill also requires the Administrator to be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate.

Additionally, the bill establishes a five-year term limit for the TSA Administrator, with the option for reappointment for an additional five-year term. This is intended to ensure accountability and prevent the Administrator from becoming too entrenched in the position. Overall, the TSA Administrator Modernization Act of 2017 seeks to improve the leadership and effectiveness of the TSA by setting higher standards for the Administrator and ensuring regular turnover in the position. The bill is currently under consideration in the House of Representatives.