H.R. 903 · 117th Congress

Rights for the TSA Workforce Act of 2021

Introduced on Feb 5, 2021 by Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS-2). 231 cosponsors, 14 of them from another party. Latest action (May 16, 2022): Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Stage
Passed one chamber
Introduced
Feb 5, 2021
Cosponsors
231
14 from the other party
Policy area
Government Operations and Politics
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Progress

The furthest stage the measure reached. Simple and concurrent resolutions do not go to the President.

  1. Introduced
  2. Reported by committee
  3. Passed one chamber
  4. 4Passed both chambers
  5. 5Sent to the President
  6. 6Became law

Official title

To enhance the security operations of the Transportation Security Administration and stability of the transportation security workforce by applying the personnel system under title 5, United States Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration who provide screening of all passengers and property, and for other purposes.

Subjects

  • Administrative remedies
  • Aviation and airports
  • Cardiovascular and respiratory health
  • Congressional oversight
  • Department of Homeland Security
  • Emergency medical services and trauma care
  • Employee hiring
  • Employee leave
  • Employee performance
  • Employment discrimination and employee rights
  • Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
  • Government studies and investigations
  • Health care costs and insurance
  • Health promotion and preventive care
  • Infectious and parasitic diseases
  • Internet and video services
  • Internet, web applications, social media
  • Labor-management relations
  • Law enforcement officers
  • Mental health
  • Telephone and wireless communication
  • Transportation employees
  • Transportation safety and security
  • Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
  • Worker safety and health

Summary

By the Congressional Research Service (Passed House, May 12, 2022). Public domain.

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.

Sponsor and cosponsors

Cosponsors by party as of the day they signed on. Original cosponsors signed on the day of introduction.

Bennie G. ThompsonD-MS-2Sponsor

Democrats · 217

Republicans · 14

Roll calls

Recorded votes on the measure. Most measures move by voice vote or unanimous consent, which record no individual positions.

  1. On Agreeing to the Amendment
    May 12, 2022· House· Amendments· Agreed to 215–198
  2. On Agreeing to the Amendment
    May 12, 2022· House· Amendments· Failed 204–216
  3. On Agreeing to the Amendment
    May 12, 2022· House· Amendments· Failed 200–221
  4. On Motion to Recommit
    May 12, 2022· House· Procedural· Failed 205–216
  5. On Passage
    May 12, 2022· House· Passage· Passed 220–201

History

Every action as published, oldest first. Roll calls link to how each member voted.

  1. Feb 5, 2021Introduced in House
  2. Feb 5, 2021Introduced in House
  3. Feb 5, 2021 · HouseReferred 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.
  4. Feb 5, 2021 · HouseReferred 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.
  5. Feb 6, 2021 · HouseReferred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
  6. May 4, 2021 · HouseCommittee Hearings Held.
  7. Jul 28, 2021 · HouseSubcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security Discharged.
  8. Jul 28, 2021 · HouseCommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
  9. Jul 28, 2021 · HouseOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 19 - 11.
  10. May 6, 2022Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 117-310, Part I.
  11. May 6, 2022 · HouseReported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 117-310, Part I.
  12. May 6, 2022Committee on Oversight and Reform discharged.
  13. May 6, 2022 · HouseCommittee on Oversight and Reform discharged.
  14. May 6, 2022 · HousePlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 230.
  15. May 10, 2022 · HouseRules 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.
  16. May 12, 2022 · HouseConsidered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1097. (consideration: CR H4878-4896)
  17. May 12, 2022 · HouseRule 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, 2022 · HouseDEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 903.
  19. May 12, 2022 · HouseDEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1097, the House proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Thompson (MS) amendment en bloc.
  20. May 12, 2022 · HousePOSTPONED 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.
  21. May 12, 2022 · HouseDEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1097, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Cammack amendment No. 3.
  22. May 12, 2022 · HousePOSTPONED 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.
  23. May 12, 2022 · HouseDEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1097, the House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Guest amendment No. 5.
  24. May 12, 2022 · HousePOSTPONED 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.
  25. May 12, 2022 · HouseThe previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
  26. May 12, 2022 · HouseMr. Gooden (TX) moved to recommit to the Committee on Homeland Security. (text: CR H4893-4894)
  27. May 12, 2022 · HouseThe previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
  28. May 12, 2022 · HouseOn motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 205 - 216 (Roll no. 171).House · Roll call 171
  29. May 12, 2022Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 201 (Roll no. 172).House · Roll call 172
  30. May 12, 2022 · HouseOn passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 220 - 201 (Roll no. 172).House · Roll call 172
  31. May 12, 2022 · HouseMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  32. May 12, 2022 · HouseThe title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
  33. May 16, 2022 · SenateReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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