FAST Act

Bill Number

H.R. 8842

Origin Chamber

House

Congress

119th Congress, Session 2

Policy Area

Transportation and Public Works

Status

Introduced

Latest Action

2026-05-18: Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.

Last Updated

2026-06-24T14:37:57Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose The legislation aims to grant Federal law enforcement officers and their young children eligibility for expedited security screening under the PreCheck Program at no cost.

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 44919 of title 49, United States Code, by inserting a new subsection (j).
• Makes the following individuals eligible for free PreCheck screening:
• Any Federal law enforcement officer.
• A family member under 12 years old accompanying the officer.
• Requires the TSA Administrator to establish policies and procedures for implementation.
• Defines "Federal law enforcement officer" by reference to section 2 of the Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery Act of 2008 (34 U.S.C. 50301).
• Redesignates existing subsections (j), (k), and (l) as (k), (l), and (m).

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Introduces a new category of individuals eligible for cost-free PreCheck screening, expanding beyond current program participants.
• Creates a statutory entitlement for qualifying Federal officers and their minor children, rather than relying solely on administrative discretion.

Potential Impacts

• Government agencies: Requires the Transportation Security Administration to update screening procedures and eligibility verification processes.
• Citizens: Provides direct benefits to Federal law enforcement officers and their young family members by reducing screening time and eliminating program fees.
• No direct effects on international relations are specified in the bill.

Main Stakeholders Affected

• Federal law enforcement officers.
• Their immediate family members under age 12.
• The Transportation Security Administration.
• Airport operators and screening personnel.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

• The bill creates a targeted exception within an existing security program without altering broader constitutional authorities related to travel or screening.
• Implementation remains subject to administrative rules, preserving agency flexibility in program administration.

This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.

Sponsor

Rep. Rutherford, John H. [R-FL-5]

Cosponsors (1)

Rep. Cuellar, Henry [D-TX-28]

Recent Actions

• 2026-05-18: Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
• 2026-05-15: Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
• 2026-05-15: Introduced in House
• 2026-05-15: Introduced in House

Bill Versions

• Federal Agents Secure Travel Act — issued 2026-05-15 — PDF (3 pages)