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To require GAO to conduct annual assessments to determine the extent to which TSAs passenger security screening practices comply with TSA non-discrimination policies to identify any needed actions to improve compliance, and for other purposes.

5/1/2026, 8:09 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8641

The bill titled "To require GAO to conduct annual assessments to determine the extent to which TSAs passenger security screening practices comply with TSA non-discrimination policies to identify any needed actions to improve compliance, and for other purposes," and designated as H.R. 8641 in the 119th Congress, was introduced on April 30, 2026. The bill aims to mandate annual assessments by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to evaluate the alignment of Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) passenger security screening practices with TSA non-discrimination policies. The assessments are intended to highlight areas of non-compliance and suggest actions for enhancing adherence to non-discrimination principles within TSA's security screening procedures.

Current Status of Bill HR 8641

Bill HR 8641 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 30, 2026. Bill HR 8641 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 30, 2026.  Bill HR 8641's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. as of April 30, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8641

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8641

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8641

To require GAO to conduct annual assessments to determine the extent to which TSAs passenger security screening practices comply with TSA non-discrimination policies to identify any needed actions to improve compliance, and for other purposes.
To require GAO to conduct annual assessments to determine the extent to which TSAs passenger security screening practices comply with TSA non-discrimination policies to identify any needed actions to improve compliance, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Royce Benson

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2 days ago

This bill is so dumb, like why do we need an assessment every year to see if TSA is following their own rules? Just do your job right the first time, geez. It's a waste of time and money. #ridiculous