Bill · S. 5192· Senate(119-S-5192)
Jimmy Deal Trafficking Survivors Assistance Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 7/30/2026
- Last activity
- 7/30/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- Sponsored by
- Catherine Cortez Masto
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Jimmy Deal Trafficking Survivors Assistance Act of 2026. It requires the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to create a Trafficking Survivor Point of Contact (TSPoC) position at airports where the Administration screens passengers. These TSPoCs will help human trafficking survivors who do not have government-issued identification navigate air travel and security screening procedures. The legislation outlines specific duties and training for these points of contact, details how eligible service providers can request assistance through the TSA Cares program, and waives certain identity verification fees for survivors.
Yes
Would children be better off under this?+7
The bill provides specific protections and assistance for minors who are trafficking survivors traveling through airports.
Would women be better off under this?+6
Since many human trafficking victims are women, the trauma-informed assistance and travel help will disproportionately benefit them.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+5
It waives identity verification fees, which benefits survivors who may lack financial resources.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 3(a) and (b): Establishing the Trafficking Survivor Point of Contact (TSPoC) role at airports helps human trafficking survivors navigate security screening and travel procedures with the help of a trained Administration employee.
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Section 3(c): Requiring TSPoCs to review training materials on human trafficking, trauma-informed approaches, and post-traumatic stress disorder ensures that survivors are treated with understanding and care by airport personnel.
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Section 4(a) and (c): Providing a liaison to help survivors through the identity verification process, accompany them through security, and meet them at their destination gate offers essential support during a stressful travel experience.
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Section 4(d): Waiving fees associated with the TSA ConfirmID identity verification procedure removes a financial barrier for trafficking survivors who are trying to travel by air.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that create negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+7Good For Women+6Good For Low Income Households+5
- 7/30/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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Jerry MoranRepublican · Kansas