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TSA Issues Rule To Achieve 9/11 Act Air Cargo Screening Mandate

by P.J. Blount with the blog faculty

From Aero-News Network:

TSA Issues Rule To Achieve 9/11 Act Air Cargo Screening Mandate

Thu, 17 Sep ’09
System Has Been In Operation As A Pilot Program Since February

The TSA announced an Interim Final Rule (IFR) implementing the Certified Cargo Screening Program (CCSP) on Tuesday. TSA will use the system to fulfill the air cargo security requirements of the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 (9/11 Act) that mandates screening of 50 percent of cargo transported on passenger aircraft by February 2009 and 100 percent by August 2010.

“We developed a common-sense solution that will greatly enhance air cargo security by using valuable data from pilot programs and engaging thousands of stakeholders,” said TSA Assistant Administrator John Sammon. “This program is a critical step toward meeting the mandate of the 9/11 Act in an efficient and effective manner that facilitates the flow of commerce.” . . . [Full Story]