Houston Starts Whole Body Imaging
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced that it will begin testing two types of advanced imaging technology at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston. Millimeter wave and backscatter imaging technologies are designed to capture, record, and store detailed images of individuals undressed. Previously, the Privacy Coalition had asked that the use of the devices should be suspended pending an investigation. The House of Representatives recently passed legislation that would establish clear privacy safeguards for the devices. See also EPIC's page on Whole Body Imaging.
TSA to begin testing imaging technology at Houston airport, PR Newswire US, August 4, 2009.
