H.R. 9388 — One-Stop Pilot Program Extension Act
Executive Summary
H.R. 9388, the 'One-Stop Pilot Program Extension Act,' expands an existing TSA and CBP pilot program that allows passengers and their checked baggage arriving from select foreign airports to bypass domestic TSA re-screening when connecting to U.S. flights. By extending the program cap from six to ten and codifying strict security prerequisites—such as requiring advanced baggage imaging for CBP and continuous chain of custody—the bill aims to streamline international travel, reduce connection times, and alleviate congestion at U.S. ports of entry without compromising homeland security.
Arguments For
- Economic & Efficiency Win: Significantly reduces connection times and airport congestion at major U.S. international hubs, benefiting airlines and improving the traveler experience.
- Resource Optimization: Frees up TSA personnel and screening resources at busy domestic ports of entry by eliminating redundant screening of already-cleared baggage.
Likely Supporters
Arguments Against
- Security Vulnerability Risks: Relies heavily on the integrity of foreign screening standards and chain-of-custody protocols; any lapse abroad could introduce threats into the U.S. domestic aviation system.
- Labor Pushback: TSA unions may view the expansion of screening waivers as a threat to domestic screening jobs or an outsourcing of security responsibilities.
Likely Opponents
📋 Key Provisions
- Authorizes the TSA Administrator and CBP Commissioner to waive domestic re-screening for checked baggage arriving from participating foreign airports.
- Requires that the initial foreign screening was conducted using an approved explosives detection system.
- Mandates that passengers cannot access their checked baggage until they reach their final destination to maintain chain of custody.
- Requires CBP to receive timely images of the baggage prior to U.S. arrival to ensure border security enforcement can be completed efficiently.
- Expands the pilot program authorized under the FY2023 NDAA by increasing the statutory limit from six to ten.
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Requires initial baggage screening to be conducted using an explosives detection system.
"conducted using an explosives"
Prohibits passengers from accessing their checked baggage until their final destination.
"unable to access their checked"
Expands the pilot program limit from six to ten.
"striking “six” and"