TSAFinal Rule
Terminology Relating to Sex; Technical Amendments
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Summary
The TSA is updating its official language and forms to use more inclusive terminology when referring to sex and gender. This change affects how the agency documents passenger information and communicates policies, making the security screening process more respectful for all travelers.
Key Points
- 1The TSA is changing the words it uses in official documents, forms, and systems related to sex to be more inclusive and accurate
- 2This affects how passengers provide information during airport security screening and how that information is recorded
- 3The change applies to TSA employees and contractors who interact with the public and process passenger data
- 4The regulation is described as 'technical amendments,' meaning these are updates to language and terminology rather than major policy changes
- 5The comment deadline listed appears to be a data error, but the rule was officially published in May 2025
Key Dates
Published
May 21, 2025
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