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TSA Second Screening Act
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 458
The TSA Second Screening Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 458, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address concerns regarding the effectiveness and efficiency of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screening process at airports.
The main provision of the TSA Second Screening Act is to require the TSA to implement a second screening process for certain passengers who have already undergone the standard security screening. This second screening would be conducted using advanced screening technology and would be targeted towards individuals who may pose a higher security risk.
The bill also includes provisions for the TSA to conduct a study on the effectiveness of the second screening process and to report the findings to Congress. Additionally, the legislation calls for the TSA to develop guidelines for determining which passengers should undergo the second screening and to ensure that the process is conducted in a manner that respects passengers' privacy and civil liberties. Overall, the TSA Second Screening Act aims to enhance the security measures in place at airports while also ensuring that the screening process is conducted in a fair and efficient manner. The bill is currently under review in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
The main provision of the TSA Second Screening Act is to require the TSA to implement a second screening process for certain passengers who have already undergone the standard security screening. This second screening would be conducted using advanced screening technology and would be targeted towards individuals who may pose a higher security risk.
The bill also includes provisions for the TSA to conduct a study on the effectiveness of the second screening process and to report the findings to Congress. Additionally, the legislation calls for the TSA to develop guidelines for determining which passengers should undergo the second screening and to ensure that the process is conducted in a manner that respects passengers' privacy and civil liberties. Overall, the TSA Second Screening Act aims to enhance the security measures in place at airports while also ensuring that the screening process is conducted in a fair and efficient manner. The bill is currently under review in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being voted on.
Congressional Summary of HR 458
TSA Second Screening Act
This bill requires the Transportation Security Administration to offer passengers an opportunity to undergo a secondary screening using advanced imaging technology prior to undergoing a physical inspection if an initial screening detects an object of concern.
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Current Status of Bill HR 458
Bill HR 458 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 24, 2023. Bill HR 458 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 24, 2023. Bill HR 458's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security. as of February 8, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 458
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 458
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksPotential Impact Areas
- Aviation and airports
- Right of privacy
- Transportation safety and security
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 458
TSA Second Screening Act
TSA Second Screening Act
To amend title 49, United States Code, to require the TSA to offer certain secondary screenings of passengers prior to a physical inspection if an object of concern is detected, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 458
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