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Airport Security During Pandemic: New Procedures

This act requires the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to develop a plan to improve security screening procedures at airports during the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal is to reduce the risk of virus spread among passengers and staff, potentially affecting the smoothness and safety of air travel.
Key points
TSA must create a plan to improve airport security within 90 days of the act's enactment.
The plan will incorporate best practices from other countries and agencies to reduce infection risks.
Changes must be implemented without compromising aviation security levels.
The act allows for these procedures to continue after the pandemic if they prove beneficial.
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Print number: 117_HR_1877
Sponsor: Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5]
Process start date: 2021-03-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Security Screening During COVID–19 Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1877.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • TSA must create a plan to improve airport security within 90 days of the act's enactment.
  • The plan will incorporate best practices from other countries and agencies to reduce infection risks.
  • Changes must be implemented without compromising aviation security levels.
  • The act allows for these procedures to continue after the pandemic if they prove beneficial.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to section 7 of H. Res. 535, and the motion offered by Mr. Hoyer, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 678; H.R. 1036; H.R. 1079, as amended; H.R. 1158; H.R. 1250; H.R. 1754; H.R. 1833, as amended; H.R. 1850; H.R. 1871; H.R. 1877, as amended; H.R. 1893; H.R. 1895; H.R. 2118; H.R. 2795, as amended; H.R. 2928; H.R. 2980, as amended; H.R. 3003; H.R. 3138, as amended; H.R. 3223; H.R. 3263; and H.R. 3264; and the following resolutions were agreed to under suspension of the rules: H. Res. 277; and H. Res. 294. (consideration: CR H3715-3730; text: CR H3719)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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