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H.R. 903

Rights for the TSA Workforce Act of 2021

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What it doesSummary passed house (May 12, 2022)

Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act of 2022 or the Rights for the TSA Workforce Act of 2022

This bill modifies the workplace rights, protections, and benefits applicable to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) personnel.

Specifically, the bill

  • by December 31, 2022, eliminates personnel authorities of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Transportation governing the conditions of employment for TSA employees, thus making TSA employees subject to the personnel management system applicable to other federal employees;
  • sets forth transition rules that protect the pay rates, leave rights, and other rights of TSA employees; and
  • requires DHS to consult with the exclusive representative of TSA screening employees to carry out the conversion of those positions.

The bill also

  • permits the TSA to consult with organizations representing federal air marshals to address concerns, including mental health and suicide rates;
  • directs the TSA to ensure its employees are provided proper guidance regarding prevention and protections against COVID-19;
  • requires the TSA to provide a one-time bonus payment of $3,000 to each TSA employee carrying out duties that require substantial contact with the public during the COVID-19 national emergency; and
  • requires the Government Accountability Office to report on implementation of the bill, TSA recruitment efforts, and specified TSA personnel policies.

What just happenedMay 16, 2022

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

Who’s behind it

Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2](D-MS)Sponsor
231 cosponsors217 D14 R
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  1. May 16, 2022IntroReferral

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

    Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
  2. May 12, 2022FloorH38800

    The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

  3. May 12, 2022FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  4. May 12, 2022FloorH37100

    On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 201 (Roll no. 172).

  5. May 12, 2022Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 201 (Roll no. 172).

  6. May 12, 2022FloorH36210

    On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 205 - 216 (Roll no. 171).

    Homeland Security Committee
  7. May 12, 2022FloorH8A000

    The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.

  8. May 12, 2022FloorH36200

    Mr. Gooden (TX) moved to recommit to the Committee on Homeland Security. (text: CR H4893-4894)

    Homeland Security Committee
  9. May 12, 2022FloorH35000

    The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.

  10. May 12, 2022FloorH8D000

    POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Guest amendment No. 5, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Guest demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.

  11. May 12, 2022FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1097, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Guest amendment No. 5.

  12. May 12, 2022FloorH8D000

    POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Cammack amendment No. 3, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mrs. Cammack demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.

  13. May 12, 2022FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1097, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cammack amendment No. 3.

  14. May 12, 2022FloorH8D000

    POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Thompson (MS) amendment en bloc, the Chair put the question on adoption of the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Cloud demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.

  15. May 12, 2022FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1097, the House proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Thompson (MS) amendment en bloc.

  16. May 12, 2022FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 903.

  17. May 12, 2022FloorH8D000

    Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 903, H.R. 2499, H.R. 5129 and H.R. 7691. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 903, H.R. 2499, and H.R. 5129 under a structured rule. H.R. 7691 is considered under a closed rule. Bills considered under the rule are debatable for one hour. The rule provides that H. Res. 1096 is adopted and amends H. Res. 188 by striking May 13, 2022 and inserting June 10, 2022.

  18. May 12, 2022FloorH30000

    Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1097. (consideration: CR H4878-4896)

  19. May 10, 2022FloorH1L210

    Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1097 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 903, H.R. 2499, H.R. 5129 and H.R. 7691. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 903, H.R. 2499, and H.R. 5129 under a structured rule. H.R. 7691 is considered under a closed rule. Bills considered under the rule are debatable for one hour. The rule provides that H. Res. 1096 is adopted and amends H. Res. 188 by striking May 13, 2022 and inserting June 10, 2022.

  20. May 6, 2022CalendarsH12410

    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 230.

  21. May 6, 2022DischargeH12300

    Committee on Oversight and Reform discharged.

    Oversight and Accountability Committee
  22. May 6, 2022Committee5500

    Committee on Oversight and Reform discharged.

    Oversight and Accountability Committee
  23. May 6, 2022CommitteeH12200

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 117-310, Part I.

    Homeland Security Committee
  24. May 6, 2022Committee5000

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 117-310, Part I.

    Homeland Security Committee
  25. Jul 28, 2021Committee

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 11.

    Homeland Security Committee
  26. Jul 28, 2021Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Homeland Security Committee
  27. Jul 28, 2021Committee

    Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security Discharged.

    Homeland Security Committee
  28. May 4, 2021Committee

    Committee Hearings Held.

    Homeland Security Committee
  29. Feb 6, 2021Committee

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.

    Transportation and Maritime Security Subcommittee
  30. Feb 5, 2021IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Oversight and Accountability Committee
  31. Feb 5, 2021IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Homeland Security Committee
  32. Feb 5, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  33. Feb 5, 2021IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed HouseMay 12, 202253

Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act of 2022 or the Rights for the TSA Workforce Act of 2022

This bill modifies the workplace rights, protections, and benefits applicable to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) personnel.

Specifically, the bill

  • by December 31, 2022, eliminates personnel authorities of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Transportation governing the conditions of employment for TSA employees, thus making TSA employees subject to the personnel management system applicable to other federal employees;
  • sets forth transition rules that protect the pay rates, leave rights, and other rights of TSA employees; and
  • requires DHS to consult with the exclusive representative of TSA screening employees to carry out the conversion of those positions.

The bill also

  • permits the TSA to consult with organizations representing federal air marshals to address concerns, including mental health and suicide rates;
  • directs the TSA to ensure its employees are provided proper guidance regarding prevention and protections against COVID-19;
  • requires the TSA to provide a one-time bonus payment of $3,000 to each TSA employee carrying out duties that require substantial contact with the public during the COVID-19 national emergency; and
  • requires the Government Accountability Office to report on implementation of the bill, TSA recruitment efforts, and specified TSA personnel policies.
Reported to House, Part IMay 6, 20228

Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act of 2021 or the Rights for the TSA Workforce Act of 2021

This bill modifies the workplace rights, protections, and benefits applicable to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) personnel.

Specifically, the bill

  • by December 31, 2022, eliminates personnel authorities of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Transportation governing the conditions of employment for TSA employees, thus making TSA employees subject to the personnel management system applicable to other federal employees;
  • sets forth transition rules that protect the pay rates, leave rights, and other rights of TSA employees;
  • allows the TSA to provide more pay and benefits to TSA screening employees than would otherwise be authorized; and
  • requires DHS to consult with the exclusive representative of TSA screening employees to carry out the conversion of those positions.

The bill also

  • permits the TSA to consult with organizations representing federal air marshals to address concerns, including mental health and suicide rates;
  • directs the TSA to ensure its employees are provided proper guidance regarding prevention and protections against COVID-19;
  • requires the TSA to provide a one-time bonus payment of $3,000 to each TSA employee carrying out duties that require substantial contact with the public during the COVID-19 national emergency; and
  • requires the Government Accountability Office to report on implementation of the bill and TSA recruitment efforts, including the recruitment of veterans.
Introduced in HouseFeb 5, 2021

Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act of 2021 or the Rights for the TSA Workforce Act of 2021

This bill modifies the workplace rights, protections, and benefits applicable to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) personnel.

Specifically, the bill

  • within 180 days, eliminates personnel authorities of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Transportation governing the conditions of employment for TSA employees, thus making TSA employees subject to the personnel management system applicable to other federal employees;
  • sets forth transition rules that protect the pay rates, leave rights, and other rights of TSA employees; and
  • requires DHS to consult with the labor organization certified by the Federal Labor Relations Authority to carry out the conversion of such positions.

The bill also

  • directs the TSA to consult with public and private entities associated with the Federal Air Marshal Service to address concerns regarding federal air marshals, including mental health and suicide rates;
  • prohibits TSA employees from using or installing the social media video application TikTok on U.S. government-issued mobile devices;
  • requires DHS to prioritize the hiring of veterans, including disabled veterans; and
  • directs the TSA to ensure its employees are provided proper guidance regarding prevention and protections against the coronavirus (i.e., the virus that causes COVID-19).
Rights for the TSA Workforce Act of 2021 — Informed