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H.R. 5109

Transportation Worker Identification Credential Efficiency Act

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Homeland Security Committee · Rep. Troy Carter (D-LA)

16 September 2026 | Passed House with amendment (voice vote)

What's next: To the Senate (if and when it takes it up)

Summary: The bill would require the Transportation Security Administration to develop guidelines helping incarcerated people prepare applications for a Transportation Worker Identification Credential before their release from prison, as well as guidelines for appealing denials of the credential. The credential is required for workers needing access to secure areas at U.S. maritime facilities and vessels.

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H.R. 5109 | Transportation Worker Identification Credential Efficiency Act | Rep. Troy Carter (D-LA) | Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Homeland Security Committee 📅 16 September 2026 | ✅🏛️ Passed House with amendment (voice vote) What's next: To the Senate (if and when it takes it up) Summary: The bill would require the Transportation Security Administration to develop guidelines helping incarcerated people prepare applications for a Transportation Worker Identification Credential before their release from prison, as well as guidelines for appealing denials of the credential. The credential is required for workers needing access to secure areas at U.S. maritime facilities and vessels. [AI-Generated]

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