Perry Amendments to Strengthen Airline Security and Make DHS More Efficient and Transparent Pass Homeland Security Committee
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Issues: National Security
After an internal investigation revealed that undercover investigators were able to smuggle mock explosives or banned weapons through security checkpoints in 95 percent of covert tests at dozens of our nation's busiest airports, an amendment by U.S. Rep. Scott Perry to strengthen airport security measures is moving forward.
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"TSA has spent billions of dollars on screening equipment and training to stop attempted terrorist attacks on our Nation's aviation system," said Rep. Perry. "This amendment ensures TSA identifies weaknesses in its screening processes and addresses those weaknesses before they are exploited by those who want to harm our citizens."
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