June 3, 2009

Vote Tomorrow on Bill to Halt Whole Body Imaging at Airports

On June 4, 2009, the House of Representatives will vote on an amendment sponsored by Congressman Jason Chaffetz. The amendment prevents the digital strip search of passengers in primary screening, requires the TSA to report to Congress annually, requires clear explanations to passengers on what the technology does and alternative screening options. The amendment must pass the House before it will become part of the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) Reauthorization Act. The TSA reversed its policy when it announced that Whole Body Imaging would be used to screen of all air passengers. Privacy organizations are working to change the TSA's policy on the use of digital strip searches.