H.R.862 - TSA Commuting Fairness Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 862, the TSA Commuting Fairness Act, directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administrator to conduct a feasibility study on treating the time TSA employees spend commuting between regular duty locations and airport parking/transit stops as on-duty hours. The study would assess the time spent commuting at different airport sizes, potential benefits to employees and the Administration, the feasibility of using technology to track arrival and departure times, and the estimated costs of treating this time as on-duty hours, including retirement implications. The bill aims to reduce commuting burdens on TSA employees.
Expected Effects
The immediate effect of the bill, if enacted, would be a feasibility study. This study could lead to policy changes that would classify commuting time for TSA employees as on-duty hours. This could increase TSA employee compensation and potentially improve morale.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially improved morale and job satisfaction for TSA employees.
- Possible increase in compensation for TSA employees if commuting time is classified as on-duty.
- Could lead to better recruitment and retention of TSA personnel.
- May reduce tardiness and absenteeism among TSA employees.
- The study itself could provide valuable data for improving TSA workforce management.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential increase in costs for the TSA if commuting time is classified as on-duty.
- Possible administrative burden in tracking and managing commuting time.
- The study may find that treating commuting time as on-duty is not feasible or cost-effective.
- Potential for abuse or misuse of the system if not properly implemented.
- The bill only addresses the commuting burdens of TSA employees, potentially creating disparity with other federal employees.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it seeks to improve the working conditions of TSA employees. Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 grants Congress the power to "provide for the common Defence and general Welfare of the United States." The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).