To require the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration of the United States to develop guidelines to improve returning citizens' access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential program, to assist individuals in custody of Federal, State, and local prisons in pre-applying or preparing applications for Transportation Worker Identification Credential cards, and to assist individuals requesting an appeal or waiver of preliminary determination of ineligibility, and for other purposes.

Q: What does Preamble of To require the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration of the United States to develop guidelines to improve returning citizens' access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential program, to assist individuals in custody of Federal, State, and local prisons in pre-applying or preparing applications for Transportation Worker Identification Credential cards, and to assist individuals requesting an appeal or waiver of preliminary determination of ineligibility, and for other purposes. do?

This bill, formally titled 'To require the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration of the United States to develop guidelines to improve returning citizens’ access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential program, to assist individuals in custody of Federal, State, and local prisons in pre-applying or preparing applications for Transportation Worker Identification Credential cards, and to assist individuals requesting an appeal or waiver of preliminary determination of ineligibility, and for other purposes,' aims to improve access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program for returning citizens. The bill directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administrator to develop guidelines to enhance returning citizens' access to the TWIC program. It seeks to assist individuals incarcerated in federal, state, and local prisons with pre-application and application processes for TWIC cards. The bill also intends to assist individuals seeking appeals or waivers regarding preliminary ineligibility determinations for the TWIC program.

Q: What does FINDINGS. of To require the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration of the United States to develop guidelines to improve returning citizens' access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential program, to assist individuals in custody of Federal, State, and local prisons in pre-applying or preparing applications for Transportation Worker Identification Credential cards, and to assist individuals requesting an appeal or waiver of preliminary determination of ineligibility, and for other purposes. do?

This section outlines findings related to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card program, established by the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (MTSA). The TWIC card program is jointly administered by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the United States Coast Guard and is intended to secure maritime facilities and vessels. The Department of Homeland Security and TSA can review TWIC card applications and deny them if an individual may pose a security risk. A significant portion of the U.S. population, estimated between 70 and 100 million, has criminal records, which can impact TWIC card eligibility. The appeal and waiver process for TWIC card applicants can take up to 90 days. Approximately 98% of TWIC card applicants are ultimately issued a card, but a significant portion (62%) do not respond to the redress process. The text suggests that applying for a TWIC card and initiating the appeal/waiver process before release from incarceration may improve employment prospects after release.

Q: What does DISCUSSION ON DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES. of To require the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration of the United States to develop guidelines to improve returning citizens' access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential program, to assist individuals in custody of Federal, State, and local prisons in pre-applying or preparing applications for Transportation Worker Identification Credential cards, and to assist individuals requesting an appeal or waiver of preliminary determination of ineligibility, and for other purposes. do?

This section directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administrator to develop guidelines to improve returning citizens' access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program. The guidelines must assist individuals in federal, state, and local prisons with pre-applying or preparing TWIC card applications, as well as those seeking appeals or waivers of ineligibility. These guidelines are required within one year of the Act's enactment. The Transportation Security Administration is also required to brief Congress on improvements to addressing access to the TWIC program within one year of enactment. A copy of this Act must be transmitted to several committees and officials, including the Secretaries of Homeland Security and presiding officers of Congress.

Last updated: 6/24/2026 · Introduced: 9/3/2025

Author: Troy Carter (D-LA)

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This bill requires the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to create guidelines that improve returning citizens' access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program.
The TSA must assist incarcerated individuals with pre-application and application processes for TWIC cards, as well as those seeking appeals or waivers of ineligibility.
Within one year of enactment, the TSA must report to Congress on improvements to addressing access to the TWIC program.

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