TSA Revises Security Data Collection for Trains and Buses
Published Date: 4/21/2025
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Summary
The TSA wants to update how they collect info to keep buses, trains, and other surface transportation safe. This affects security coordinators and companies who must share details about security plans, training, and shipments. They’re asking for public feedback before making changes that could affect paperwork and timing but aim to keep things smooth and secure.
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More Paperwork for Surface Transport Firms
TSA plans to revise an OMB-approved information collection (OMB control number 1652-0051) about surface transportation security. If you run or coordinate security for buses, trains, or other surface transportation, you may need to provide details about security coordinators, reporting of significant security concerns, location and shipping information, chain-of-custody and control requirements, and security training programs and records. TSA is asking for public comment before submitting the revision, and the changes could affect paperwork burden and timing for affected companies.
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