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TSA National Deployment Force Act

4/7/2025, 3:16 PM

Summary of Bill HR 6461

Bill 115 hr 6461, also known as the TSA National Deployment Force Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a National Deployment Force within the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). This force would be responsible for deploying TSA personnel to assist with security operations at transportation hubs and other critical infrastructure during times of heightened security threats or emergencies.

The bill outlines the requirements for the National Deployment Force, including the training and qualifications necessary for TSA personnel to be part of the force. It also specifies the procedures for deploying the force, including coordination with other federal agencies and state and local authorities.

Additionally, the bill addresses the funding and resources needed to support the National Deployment Force, including provisions for equipment, training, and travel expenses. It also includes measures to ensure the protection of civil liberties and privacy rights while the force is deployed. Overall, the TSA National Deployment Force Act aims to enhance the TSA's ability to respond to security threats and emergencies by establishing a dedicated force of trained personnel ready to deploy at a moment's notice.

Current Status of Bill HR 6461

Bill HR 6461 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2018. Bill HR 6461 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2018.  Bill HR 6461's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of September 5, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6461

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6461

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

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