To require the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration of the United States to develop guidelines to improve returning citizens' access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential program, to assist individuals in custody of Federal, State, and local prisons in pre-applying or preparing applications for Transportation Worker Identification Credential cards, and to assist individuals requesting an appeal or waiver of preliminary determination of ineligibility, and for other purposes.
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Overview
This bill directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to create guidelines to make it easier for returning citizens to obtain Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC cards). Specifically, it aims to assist individuals in prison with applying for cards, and to streamline the process for appealing or waiving ineligibility determinations. The goal is to improve access to employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals while maintaining security standards for maritime facilities and vessels.
Key provisions
- Requires TSA to develop guidelines for returning citizens to access the TWIC program.
- Directs TSA to assist individuals in prison with pre-applying or preparing TWIC applications.
- Mandates assistance for individuals seeking appeals or waivers of ineligibility determinations.
- Sets a one-year deadline for TSA to develop these guidelines.
- Requires TSA to brief Congress on improvements to TWIC program access.
- Addresses potential delays in the appeal and waiver process.
- Acknowledges that TWIC cards are valid for 5 years.
- Highlights the importance of employment for individuals on supervision and reducing recidivism.
Who is affected
- Returning Citizens
- Individuals in Prison
- Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
- Maritime Workers
- Employers in the Port and Oil & Gas Industries
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