One-Stop Pilot Program Extension Act

Key Points

• This bill extends a pilot program that lets international travelers skip a second security check when they land in the United States and transfer to another flight. It would move the program's end date from six years to ten years.
• To qualify, the foreign airport must use high-tech scanners that meet U.S. standards. Travelers also cannot have access to their checked bags during the layover, and customs officers must receive digital images of the bags before the plane lands.
• The goal is to make travel faster and easier for people flying from trusted foreign airports. By removing the need for a second screening, it reduces wait times and helps travelers make their connecting flights on time.
• Customs and Border Protection still has the power to pull any bag or person aside for a manual check if they see something suspicious. This ensures that security remains tight even while the process moves faster.

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