S.997

Rights for the TSA Workforce Act Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act

Introduced·3/12/25

Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act applies federal personnel laws to TSA employees.

The Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act applies the federal personnel system under title 5, United States Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). It mandates that TSA employees be granted the same benefits and protections as federal employees under title 5. The Act prohibits any reduction in pay or benefits for TSA employees during the transition. It also requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to consult with the exclusive representative for TSA screening agents on plans and deadlines for the conversion.

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Commerce, Science, And Transportation Committee
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History

Mar 12, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.