U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) has introduced a bill into the House of Representatives that would require air transportation security programs established by airport operators to contain safety measures that would protect travelers in the event of an emergency. H.R. 4737, titled the Airport Advanced Logistics, Emergency Response and Training Act, or the Airport ALERT Act, amends title 49 of the United States Code to require a number of new components be added to air transportation security programs.
These new components include measures to increase safety and preparedness training for personnel, create more comprehensive risk communication plans and to formalize plans for customer safety during emergencies.
