Trusted Traveler Reconsideration and Restoration Act of 2021
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Ms. JACKSON LEE. Madam Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 473, the ``Trusted Traveler Reconsideration and Restoration Act of 2021,'' which directs the Government Accountability Office to review Department of Homeland Security (DHS) trusted traveler programs, and DHS to extend the enrollment period where an individual's participation in a trusted traveler program was revoked in error.
The Trusted Traveler consists of several programs that include: Global Entry, TSA Pre
The Trusted Traveler Programs are risk-based programs to facilitate the entry of pre-approved travelers.
All applicants are vetted to ensure that they meet the qualifications for the program to which they are applying.
Receiving a ``Best Match'' or program recommendation based on eligibility or travel habits does not guarantee acceptance into any Trusted Traveler program.
We will be better prepared to face these challenges as one nation united against a common foe, when morale issues within DHS have been effectively addressed.
I urge all members to join me in voting for H.R. 473 the ``Trusted Traveler Reconsideration and Restoration Act of 2021.''
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