Open Congress : Major Bill Actions in Transportation workers

Bill Introduced: H.R.6606 To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to impose requirements for the improvement of security camera and video surveillance systems at certain airports, and for other purposes.

2008-07-24T00:00:00Z

To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to impose requirements for the improvement of security camera and video surveillance systems at certain airports, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.Res.1270 Commending the efforts of those who sought to block an international arms transfer destined for Zimbabwe, where the government has unleashed a campaign of violence and intimidation against members of the political opposition, and for other purposes.

2008-06-12T00:00:00Z

Commending the efforts of those who sought to block an international arms transfer destined for Zimbabwe, where the government has unleashed a campaign of violence and intimidation against members of the political opposition, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.R.5982 Biometric Enhancement for Airport-Risk Reduction Act of 2008

2008-05-07T00:00:00Z

To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security, for purposes of transportation security, to conduct a study on how airports can transition to uniform, standards-based, and interoperable biometric identifier systems for airport workers with unescorted access to secure or sterile areas of an airport, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.Res.1150 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Transportation Security Administration should, in accordance with the congressional mandate provided for in the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007, enhance security against terrorist attack and other security threats to our Nation's rail and mass transit lines.

2008-04-24T00:00:00Z

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Transportation Security Administration should, in accordance with the congressional mandate provided for in the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007, enhance security against terrorist attack and other security threats to our Nation's rail and mass transit lines.

Bill Introduced: H.R.5909 COVERT Act of 2008

2008-04-24T00:00:00Z

To amend the Aviation and Transportation Security Act to prohibit advance notice to certain individuals, including security screeners, of covert testing of security screening procedures for the purpose of enhancing transportation security at airports, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.R.5428 Vessel Navigation and Safety Improvement Act

2008-02-13T00:00:00Z

To direct the Commandant of the Coast Guard to issue regulations requiring pilots of certain vessels to carry and utilize a portable electronic device equipped for navigational purposes, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.R.4177 Airport Security Enhancement Act of 2007

2007-11-14T00:00:00Z

To amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize the Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration) to designate Federal special security zones at airports, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.R.4065 Taking Action to Keep Employees Accountable in Immigration Matters Act of 2007

2007-11-01T00:00:00Z

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to strengthen enforcement of the immigration laws, to enhance border security, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.Res.652 Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the importance of protecting American cruise ship passengers against crimes on the high seas and ensuring that the perpetrators of such crimes are brought to justice.

2007-09-17T00:00:00Z

Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the importance of protecting American cruise ship passengers against crimes on the high seas and ensuring that the perpetrators of such crimes are brought to justice.

Bill Introduced: H.R.3531 Accountability in Enforcing Immigration Laws Act of 2007

2007-09-14T00:00:00Z

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to improve the interior enforcement of the immigration laws of the United States, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: S.1891 A bill to provide limited immunity for reports of suspected terrorist activity or suspicious behavior and response.

2007-07-26T00:00:00Z

A bill to provide limited immunity for reports of suspected terrorist activity or suspicious behavior and response.

Bill Introduced: H.R.2881 FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007

2007-06-27T00:00:00Z

To amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize appropriations for the Federal Aviation Administration for fiscal years 2008 through 2011, to improve aviation safety and capacity, to provide stable funding for the national aviation system, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.R.2830 Maritime Pollution Prevention Act of 2008

2007-06-22T00:00:00Z

To authorize appropriations for the Coast Guard for fiscal year 2008, to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act and title 18, United States Code, to combat the crime of alien smuggling and related activities, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: S.1594 Maritime Hazardous Cargo Security Act

2007-06-12T00:00:00Z

A bill to amend title 46, United States Code, to improve port safety and security for especially hazardous cargos, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.R.2561 FAST Borders Act of 2007

2007-06-05T00:00:00Z

To protect the United States by targeting terrorists at the border, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.Res.444 Supporting the goals and ideals of National Aviation Maintenance Technician Day, honoring the invaluable contributions of Charles Edward Taylor, regarded as the father of aviation maintenance, and recognizing the essential role of aviation maintenance technicians in ensuring the safety and security of civil and military aircraft.

2007-05-24T00:00:00Z

Supporting the goals and ideals of National Aviation Maintenance Technician Day, honoring the invaluable contributions of Charles Edward Taylor, regarded as the father of aviation maintenance, and recognizing the essential role of aviation maintenance technicians in ensuring the safety and security of civil and military aircraft.

Bill Introduced: H.R.2288 Airport Badge Security Act

2007-05-10T00:00:00Z

To amend title 49, United States Code, to establish a civil penalty for failure of certain employers to collect or make reasonable efforts to collect an airport security badge from an employee on the date of termination of employment, and for other purposes.

Bill Introduced: H.Res.391 Recognizing the employees of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, the North Texas Commission, USO, and the people and businesses of North Texas for their dedication to the "Welcome Home a Hero" program.

2007-05-09T00:00:00Z

Recognizing the employees of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, the North Texas Commission, USO, and the people and businesses of North Texas for their dedication to the "Welcome Home a Hero" program.

Bill Introduced: H.R.1981 To amend title 49, United States Code, to direct the Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration) to issue regulations establishing security standards for foreign repair stations performing maintenance for aircraft used to provide air transportation.

2007-04-20T00:00:00Z

To amend title 49, United States Code, to direct the Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration) to issue regulations establishing security standards for foreign repair stations performing maintenance for aircraft used to provide air transportation.

Bill Introduced: H.R.1684 Department of Homeland Security Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008

2007-03-26T00:00:00Z

To authorize appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2008, and for other purposes.