A new bill introduced in the Senate aims to simplify the cumbersome process of obtaining TSA credentials for truckers, including the essential TWIC and HME certifications. Championed by U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, Angus King, Deb Fischer, and Jon Tester, the Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act seeks to overhaul outdated TSA policies that burden truckers with redundant applications and fees. By allowing truckers to utilize existing valid background checks for multiple TSA credentials without incurring duplicative costs, this bill promises to alleviate financial strain and streamline the certification process, ultimately bolstering efficiency in our supply chain.
Endorsed by key industry associations such as the American Trucking Associations and the National Propane Gas Association, this bipartisan initiative has garnered widespread support. ATA President and CEO Chris Spear aptly points out that subjecting essential supply chain workers to redundant background checks serves no purpose other than to fill government coffers. With Senators emphasizing the need to support truckers amidst a nationwide driver shortage, the Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act represents a crucial step towards modernizing credentialing processes while upholding the highest standards of security.
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