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TSA Modernization Act
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Summary of Bill S 1872
The TSA Modernization Act, also known as Bill 115 s 1872, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to modernize and improve the operations of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which is responsible for ensuring the security of the nation's transportation systems.
Some key provisions of the TSA Modernization Act include:
1. Enhancing the use of technology: The bill aims to improve the use of technology in TSA operations, such as implementing advanced screening equipment and biometric technology to enhance security measures. 2. Improving passenger experience: The legislation seeks to streamline the passenger screening process and reduce wait times at security checkpoints, while still maintaining high levels of security. 3. Strengthening oversight and accountability: The bill includes provisions to enhance oversight of TSA operations and ensure accountability for the agency's performance. 4. Enhancing training and workforce development: The legislation aims to improve training programs for TSA employees and enhance workforce development to ensure that staff are well-equipped to handle security threats. Overall, the TSA Modernization Act is designed to modernize and improve the effectiveness of the TSA in order to better protect the nation's transportation systems. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will enhance security measures and improve the passenger experience, while critics raise concerns about the cost and potential impact on civil liberties.
Some key provisions of the TSA Modernization Act include:
1. Enhancing the use of technology: The bill aims to improve the use of technology in TSA operations, such as implementing advanced screening equipment and biometric technology to enhance security measures. 2. Improving passenger experience: The legislation seeks to streamline the passenger screening process and reduce wait times at security checkpoints, while still maintaining high levels of security. 3. Strengthening oversight and accountability: The bill includes provisions to enhance oversight of TSA operations and ensure accountability for the agency's performance. 4. Enhancing training and workforce development: The legislation aims to improve training programs for TSA employees and enhance workforce development to ensure that staff are well-equipped to handle security threats. Overall, the TSA Modernization Act is designed to modernize and improve the effectiveness of the TSA in order to better protect the nation's transportation systems. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will enhance security measures and improve the passenger experience, while critics raise concerns about the cost and potential impact on civil liberties.
Current Status of Bill S 1872
Bill S 1872 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 27, 2017. Bill S 1872 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on September 27, 2017. Bill S 1872's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 444. as of June 6, 2018
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1872
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1872
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1872
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