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Death Benefits for TSA Officers: New Support for Families.

This act extends death benefits eligibility to families of Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers who die in the line of duty. This means that families of these employees, who protect our transportation systems, will receive the same financial support as families of other public safety officers. These changes are effective retroactively from October 31, 2013.
Key points
TSA employees who die while performing duties related to protecting transportation are now eligible for death benefits.
Families of deceased TSA officers will receive the same financial support as families of other public safety officers.
The act is retroactive, covering deaths in the line of duty since October 31, 2013.
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Print number: 117_HR_2616
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2021-04-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Honoring Our Fallen TSA Officers Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2616.

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 2021-04-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • TSA employees who die while performing duties related to protecting transportation are now eligible for death benefits.
  • Families of deceased TSA officers will receive the same financial support as families of other public safety officers.
  • The act is retroactive, covering deaths in the line of duty since October 31, 2013.
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. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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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