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DHS/TSA RIN: 1652-AA63 Publication ID: Fall 2008 
Title: Airport Access Controls and Background Checks 
Abstract: The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will issue a rule requiring airports to issue biometric credentials, and implement biometric access controls, for workers who have access to specified areas of airports. Individuals required to obtain credentials will need to pay a fee and undergo background checks. The rule will include provisions for redress for some individuals who are denied a credential. 
Agency: Department of Homeland Security(DHS)  Priority: Economically Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage 
Major: Undetermined  Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined 
CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1542   
Legal Authority: 49 USC 114   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Action  12/00/2008    
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined  Government Levels Affected: Local 
Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No 
Agency Contact:
Robert (Bob) J. Cammaroto
Policy & Plans Branch Chief of Airports
Department of Homeland Security
Transportation Security Administration
Office of Transportation Sector Network Management, TSA-28, HQ, E3, 601 South 12th Street,
Arlington, VA 22202-4220
Phone:571 227-2407
Email: bob.cammaroto@dhs.gov

Christine Beyer
Senior Counsel, Regulations and Security Standards
Department of Homeland Security
Transportation Security Administration
TSA-2, Chief Counsel, Chief Counsel's Office, 6595 Springfield Center Drive,
Springfield, VA 20598-6002
Phone:571 227-3653
Email: christine.beyer@tsa.dhs.gov