H.R. 5729 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Transportation Worker Identification Credential Accountability Act of 2018
H.R. 5729 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on May 9, 2018, sponsored by John Katko with 3 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 9, 2018
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Transportation and Public Works
- Public law
- Public Law 115-230
What it does
Transportation Worker Identification Credential Accountability Act of 2018 (Sec.2)This bill prohibits the U.S. Coast Guard from: (1) implementing the rule titled "Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)-Reader Requirements," and (2) proposing or issuing a notice of proposed rulemaking for a rule that would require the use of biometric readers for biometric transportation security cards.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John Katko (R-NY). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 9, 2018
- Passed the HouseJul 10, 2018
- Passed the SenateJul 26, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentAug 1, 2018
- Became lawAug 2, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-230. (Aug 2, 2018)
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