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Air Travel Safety: New Rules for Firearms at Airports

This act introduces changes aimed at reducing the number of firearms in airport security checkpoints. Citizens should expect new, clear signage informing about restrictions, as well as public awareness campaigns. Illegally bringing a firearm will result in higher financial penalties and loss of PreCheck expedited screening privileges.
Key points
More signs and information at airports about the prohibition of firearms in security checkpoint areas.
TSA public awareness campaigns on the consequences of bringing firearms to airports, including examples of penalties.
Significant increase in minimum financial penalties for repeat or egregious firearm violations.
Individuals bringing firearms into security checkpoint areas will lose their eligibility for the PreCheck program.
Possibility to appeal or reduce penalties under special circumstances, including voluntary disclosure of a firearm before detection.
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Print number: 117_HR_6856
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Process start date: 2022-02-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Securing Air Travel Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6856.

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 2022-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More signs and information at airports about the prohibition of firearms in security checkpoint areas.
  • TSA public awareness campaigns on the consequences of bringing firearms to airports, including examples of penalties.
  • Significant increase in minimum financial penalties for repeat or egregious firearm violations.
  • Individuals bringing firearms into security checkpoint areas will lose their eligibility for the PreCheck program.
  • Possibility to appeal or reduce penalties under special circumstances, including voluntary disclosure of a firearm before detection.
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. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 461.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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