S. 3959 · 118th Congress · 2023–2024
Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act
S. 3959 in the 118th Congress (2023–2024), the Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act, became law — introduced on Mar 14, 2024, sponsored by Roger F. Wicker with 5 co-sponsors.
During the 118th Congress (2023–2024), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 14, 2024
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- Transportation and Public Works
- Public law
- Public Law 118-202
What it does
Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act of 2024 This act directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to streamline the process for individuals applying for or renewing enrollment in multiple security threat assessment (STA) programs, in particular the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and the Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) programs.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Official title
Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act of 2024
Sponsor
Roger F. Wicker (R-MS). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 3 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 14, 2024
- Passed the SenateNov 21, 2024
- Passed the HouseDec 18, 2024
- Sent to the PresidentDec 23, 2024
- Became lawDec 23, 2024
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 118-202. (Dec 23, 2024)
Other Transportation and Public Works bills in the 118th Congress
- H.R. 346: NOTAM Improvement Act of 2023
- S. 467: CADETS Act
- H.R. 6503: Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2023, Part II
- H.R. 7454: Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2024
- S. 992: I-27 Numbering Act of 2023
- H.R. 8289: Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2024, Part II
- H.R. 3935: Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act
- S. 1608: Starr–Camargo Bridge Expansion Act
- S. 1478: A bill to designate United States Route 20 in the States of Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming…
- S. 3475: Strengthening the Commercial Driver’s License Information System Act
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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