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Study on Paying TSA Employees for On-Airport Commute Time.

This Act requires the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to conduct a feasibility study. The study will determine if the time TSA employees spend traveling between airport parking/bus stops and their duty stations should count as paid work hours. If implemented, this change could potentially increase compensation and improve working conditions for airport security personnel. The findings must be reported to Congress within 270 days.
Key points
Mandates a feasibility study on treating travel time between airport parking/transit stops and duty locations as paid work hours for TSA staff.
The study must analyze potential costs (including retirement implications), benefits, and the feasibility of using technology (like mobile phones) to track this time.
The goal is to reduce commuting burdens on Transportation Security Administration employees.
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Print number: 118_HR_8662
Sponsor: Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26]
Process start date: 2024-06-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

TSA Commuting Fairness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8662.

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 2024-06-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates a feasibility study on treating travel time between airport parking/transit stops and duty locations as paid work hours for TSA staff.
  • The study must analyze potential costs (including retirement implications), benefits, and the feasibility of using technology (like mobile phones) to track this time.
  • The goal is to reduce commuting burdens on Transportation Security Administration employees.
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. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: 12/18/2024 CR H7344-7345)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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