TSA Ends Shoe Removal Requirement Nationwide
TSA Ends Shoe Removal Requirement Nationwide

TSA Ends Shoe Removal Requirement Nationwide

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The Transportation Security Administration has ended its nearly 20-year-old requirement for travelers to remove their shoes during airport security screenings, a policy introduced after a failed shoe bombing attempt in 2001. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem cited advances in screening technology as the reason for the immediate nationwide change, although TSA may still require shoe removal in specific circumstances. This shift is intended to speed up security lines and improve the passenger experience. Travelers must still comply with liquid limits and identity verification, while TSA PreCheck continues to offer extra conveniences. The move is part of broader efforts to modernize airport security, including the rollout of REAL ID requirements. The policy, previously seen as burdensome and unique to the U.S., has been criticized for its questionable long-term effectiveness.

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