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I’ve had TSA PreCheck® for so long that I honestly forgot that this was still a thing that many travelers went through every day. Bloggers have been speculating about this for a few days, but Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem officially announced the new policy yesterday. Effective immediately, passengers traveling through domestic airports can once again keep their shoes on while passing through security screening at TSA checkpoints.
The only exception to this new policy is for those without a REAL ID. Those passengers without the required ID are subject to extra screening where they will go through a secondary screening and made to remove their shoes.
Homeland Security Secretary, Kristi Noem, shared:
Ending the ‘Shoes-Off’ policy is the latest effort DHS is implementing to modernize and enhance traveler experience across our nation’s airports. We expect this change will drastically decrease passenger wait times at our TSA checkpoints, leading to a more pleasant and efficient passenger experience. As always, security remains our top priority. Thanks to our cutting-edge technological advancements and multi-layered security approach, we are confident we can implement this change while maintaining the highest security standards. This initiative is just one of many the Trump administration is pursuing to usher in the President’s vision for a new Golden Age of American travel.”
Anthony’s Take: This will make so many passengers happy. Taking off shoes since August 2006 has been a hassle. I’m not sure what this policy achieved, but I’m glad to see it go for those who had to adhere to it.
(Featured Image Credit: TSA.)
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