Posts - Bill - HR 5109 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.

house 09/03/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to make it easier for individuals leaving prison to apply for the Transportation Worker Identification Credential, helping them secure jobs more quickly and support their successful reentry into the workforce. This legislation directs the TSA to create clear guidelines and offer assistance throughout the application and appeal process.

HR 5109 - 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.

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left-leaning 09/03/2025

Giving returning citizens a leg up on TWIC cards means tearing down walls, not building new ones.

left-leaning 09/03/2025

Rehabilitation plus employment equals safer communities. It’s that simple.

left-leaning 09/03/2025

Second chances shouldn’t have to wait in line behind security fears—this bill unlocks opportunity, not just doors.

moderate 09/03/2025

Let’s speed up the paperwork without cutting corners on safety—practical reform for complex times.

right-leaning 09/03/2025

This sounds nice, but hope doesn’t build secure waterways—strict screening does.

right-leaning 09/03/2025

We support second chances, but not at the cost of our ports’ security—no shortcuts on vetting.

right-leaning 09/03/2025

If you’ve paid your debt, fine, but don’t let bureaucracy create backdoors for risks we can’t afford.

moderate 09/03/2025

Helping folks prepare before release sounds like a win-win, as long as security stays tight.

moderate 09/03/2025

Balancing second chances with national security isn’t easy, but this bill tries to get both right.