Security Policy Alert: TSA Issues Extended Alternative Measure for Certain Security Requirements

July 22, 2020

TSA has posted to the Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN) the National Alternative Measure (AM) 1542-20-03B which provides for alternative measures for certain security directive requirements related to airport identification media issuance and renewal, identification verification, and inspections. The AM is effective as of July 25 and expires on October 31, 2020.

The current AM (AM 1542-20-03A) expires on July 24 and, based on airport member feedback, AAAE strongly urged TSA to extend the AM to continue to provide regulatory relief and flexibility to airports. On a related note, although the extended AM does not contain any new provisions at this time, AAAE continues to work with TSA on issues related to ID media audits and badge unaccountability rate requirements.

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