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***UPDATE: Expedited screening coming to more airports. See remark below.***
The TSA is not really gay at all but I had to somehow include a homosexual angle to an essentially sexual-orientation-free story.
This brief update is to offer praise for two time-saving and stress-reducing new(ish) programs offered by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which is part of Homeland Security.
The first, which helps expedite domestic travel, is the TSA Pre-Check (Risk-Based Security Initiative). This program places more focus on pre-screening individuals prior to their flight. It’s being rolled out to airports around the country. Click here to learn more about it and to autograph up.
I enrolled. Here’s how fabulous it was. At both JFK and LAX airports I skipped ahead of a very elongated line to the “TSA Pre” line and was waved to the unfilled X-ray machines. I was allowed to keep my belt and shoes on and my computer in its bag. I was asked to put my cell phone in my bag and if I had a jacket, I would have been asked to remove it.
The other program, available for travelers returning from visiting other countries, is the Global Online Enrollment Program (GOES). Y
Travel & Airport Security
All travelers deserve to be treated with respect. Many Americans have been disturbed by decisions of the Transportation Security Agency (TSA) to implement airport screening procedures that are far more intrusive than anything previously seen in the United States. These techniques—which often include violent body searches of passengers—present especially serious concerns for transgender people, who can be outed against their will or face bias and harassment. These assessing procedures can be especially traumatic for transgender children. As shown in the 2015 U.S. Transgender Survey, forty-three percent (43%) of those who went through airport security in the prior year experienced at least one problem associated to their gender culture or expression.
A4TE continues to hear troubling stories from transgender travelers about their treatment by TSA, as well as by officials at U.S. border crossings. A4TE continues to serve with TSA to promote better staff training, respond to individual complaints, and educate the trans traveling public.
International Travel
Travelers can face distinct challenges abroad based on their real or perceived sexual orientation. Laws and attitudes in some countries may affect safety and ease of travel.
More than 60 countries consider consensual same-sex relations a crime. In some of these countries, people who participate in consensual same-sex relations may face severe punishment. Many countries do not acknowledge same-sex marriage.
Research your destination before you travel
Review the explore advisory and destination knowledge page of the place you plan to see. Check the Local Laws & Customs section. This has information specific to travelers who may be targeted by discrimination or violence on the basis of sexual orientation.
Many countries only recognize male and female sex markers in passports. They perform not have IT systems at ports of entry that can accept other sex markers, including valid U.S. passports with an X sex marker. If traveling with a valid U.S. passport with an X sex marker, test the immigration regulations for your destination as acceptance can vary by country.
Bring important documents
Bring copies of important documents. This is es
Four Ways the TSA Is Making Flying Easier for Transgender People
A series of changes from the TSA should craft security screenings easier for transgender people traveling in airports and reduce invasive pat-downs.
Arli Christian,
Senior Policy Counsel,
ACLU
Going through airport security is never fun, but it can be particularly difficult for trans person people. In addition to universal annoyances (did you retain to take off your shoes?) genderqueer people may not have identification documents that match who they are. Many airlines require ticket holders to handpick “male” or “female” when purchasing a ticket, something that may conflict with identity documents from the growing number of states that allow an ‘X’ gender marker on things like driver's licenses. Finally, the “advanced imaging technology” body scanners — the ones that require you to hold your arms above your top — require TSA agents to handpick either a “male” or “female” scan, something that regularly results in additional and invasive searches for transgender travelers.
Fortunately, to mark 2022’s Transgender Day of Visibility, th
Know Your Rights: Airport Security
How Should I Pack and Prepare for Air Travel?
All luggage—checked and carry-on—must be screened and may be hand-searched by TSA personnel. Be sure to inspect TSA’s list of prohibited items. In deciding whether to check or transport on baggage, save in mind that carry-on luggage is subject to additional restrictions (for example, regarding liquids and gels), and may be searched in your presence. Packing valuable items favor cameras, cash, or laptop computers in your checked luggage is not recommended.
Medical equipment and prosthetics will be allowed through the checkpoint after completing the screening process, but some travelers may feel more relaxed putting these things in checked baggage. Gel-filled prosthetic items such as breast forms are not included in the three-ounce liquid limit for carry-ons, as they are considered medically necessary, but their presence in your carry-on luggage may result in extra screening. If possible, consider packing items containing liquid, gel, or powder in your checked luggage. Any medications and supplies, such as syringes should be placed in a separate bag in your continuing luggage. All travelers may ask an