August 10, 2006 remarks concerning new security measures. Read More.
Testimony of William Gaches on the Role of TSA's Office of Intelligence. Read More.
TSA was created in the wake of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, to strengthen the security of the Nation's transportation systems. The Aviation and Transportation Security Act, passed by the 107th Congress on November 19, 2001, established TSA
TSA's Recommended Security Guidelines for Airport Planning, Design and Construction provides 'best practices' guidance on security considerations related to airport construction projects, including airport layout, security screening, emergency response, access control and communications, and other topics.
