Bill to expand PreCheck, modernize TSA gets travel groups on board

Published November 13, 2017 5:01am ET



Travel groups are lobbying for legislation that would modernize the Transportation Security Administration by expanding the PreCheck program and updating security technology.

Organizations including the Global Business Travel Association and the U.S. Travel Association for years have backed expanding the PreCheck program, which permits passengers to leave on their shoes, belts and light jackets when they go through security. They argue it enhances security, while also shortening security lines at airports.

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