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Free TSA PreCheck for Severely Injured and Disabled Veterans to Ease Air Travel

This Act grants severely injured or disabled veterans free access to the TSA PreCheck expedited security screening program. The goal is to significantly simplify and speed up air travel for veterans with service-connected disabilities resulting in loss of limb, paralysis, or permanent blindness, who require mobility assistance devices. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must coordinate implementation and outreach within one year.
Key points
Free TSA PreCheck Access: Veterans with specific, severe service-connected disabilities (e.g., loss of extremity, paralysis, permanent blindness) will receive TSA PreCheck at no cost.
Eligibility Criteria: Eligibility is limited to veterans enrolled in the VA patient system whose disability requires the use of a wheelchair, prosthetic limb, or other assistive mobility device.
Implementation and Outreach: TSA and VA must jointly implement the process within one year and conduct effective outreach to inform disabled veterans about available TSA screening improvements.
No Fee Increase: The implementation of this benefit cannot result in increased enrollment fees for other participants in the PreCheck Program.
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Print number: 118_S_5487
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Process start date: 2024-12-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VETS Safe Travel Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5487.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Free TSA PreCheck Access: Veterans with specific, severe service-connected disabilities (e.g., loss of extremity, paralysis, permanent blindness) will receive TSA PreCheck at no cost.
  • Eligibility Criteria: Eligibility is limited to veterans enrolled in the VA patient system whose disability requires the use of a wheelchair, prosthetic limb, or other assistive mobility device.
  • Implementation and Outreach: TSA and VA must jointly implement the process within one year and conduct effective outreach to inform disabled veterans about available TSA screening improvements.
  • No Fee Increase: The implementation of this benefit cannot result in increased enrollment fees for other participants in the PreCheck Program.
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 Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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