What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 7823.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-03-05.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr7823/BILLS-119hr7823ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-26.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 7823

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New Right to Appeal Trusted Traveler Program Denials and Suspensions

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Right to appeal denials, suspensions, or terminations of enrollment in trusted traveler programs. Requirement for written explanations detailing why a traveler's application was rejected or suspended. Mandatory written status updates provided every 30 days while an appeal is pending. Publicly available information and a dedicated phone number for travelers to check their appeal status.

This bill ensures that travelers can appeal when they are denied or removed from programs like TSA PreCheck and Global Entry. It requires the government to explain its decisions and provide regular updates on the progress of any appeal.

Key points

Right to appeal denials, suspensions, or terminations of enrollment in trusted traveler programs.

Requirement for written explanations detailing why a traveler's application was rejected or suspended.

Mandatory written status updates provided every 30 days while an appeal is pending.

Publicly available information and a dedicated phone number for travelers to check their appeal status.

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Status:

Introduced

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Additional Information

To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security, acting through the Traveler Redress Inquiry Program of the Department of Homeland Security, to provide to individuals whose enrollment in a Trusted Traveler program is denied, suspended, or early terminated an option to appeal such denial, suspension, or early termination, as the case may be, and for other purposes.

Print number: HR 7823

Sponsor: Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16]

Process start date: 2026-03-05

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