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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Jul 24, 2008
Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security (Secretary), acting through the Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration), to require category X or category 1 airport operators to modify their airport security programs to provide for the installation of airport security camera and video surveillance systems.
Requires airport operators to submit their modifications to the Secretary for approval.
Prohibits the use of images from such cameras and surveillance systems against an airport employee involved in an employment disciplinary matter, except in a criminal investigation or prosecution of criminal acts.
People & committees
Rep. Andrews, Robert E. [D-NJ-1] · D–NJ
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation Security and Infrastructure Protection.
Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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