The Executive Vice President of Public Affairs and Policy at U.S. Travel, Tori Barnes, met with TSA Deputy Administrator Holly Canevari at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to discuss innovative efforts to enhance and modernize the travel experience. From CAT-2 to TSA Precheck tactile identification, advancements in biometric detection technology are bolstering aviation security and streamlining operations at airports nationwide, garnering broad support from travelers.

However, an amendment proposed by Senators Merkley and Kennedy threatens to prohibit the TSA from using these new technologies, resulting in longer security lines, reduced security, and millions of wasted taxpayer dollars, according to U.S. Travel.

This amendment comes at a time when the Fluid and Secure Travel Commission, along with TSA leaders, Delta Air Lines, and U.S. Travel, toured innovations improving security and efficiency during a field visit to Hartsfield-Jackson.

"Atlanta Airport is the busiest in the country, and thousands of travelers each day opt to use automated identity verification technology for a secure and speedy experience," said U.S. Travel CEO Geoff Freeman in a statement. "It's an example of how, given the choice, travelers will choose security and efficiency almost every time."

At a time when our global competitors are embracing new technologies to enhance travel, the United States cannot afford to adopt regressive policies that stifle innovation and undermine our global competitiveness, explained the organization promoting travel to the U.S.