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Strengthening Transportation Security Against Public Health Threats

This act aims to enhance the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) readiness for public health threats within the transportation system. This means better preparation of airports and other transport hubs for epidemics, potentially affecting travel safety and screening procedures. TSA will analyze risks and coordinate with other agencies to protect passengers and personnel.
Key points
TSA can assign personnel to other federal agencies for better coordination against public health threats.
TSA will analyze the transportation system's preparedness for public health threats, assessing risks to passengers and personnel.
The act mandates an assessment of technologies needed to combat health threats at security checkpoints, potentially influencing future airport procedures.
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Additional Information
Transportation Security Public Health Threat Preparedness Act of 2021
Print number: HR 1895
Sponsor: Rep. Gimenez, Carlos A. [R-FL-26]
Process start date: 2021-03-16