Rep. Hanabusa: Further Review Needed of Terminal Security Program

U.S. Representative Colleen Hanabusa (HI-01) is asking the U.S. Coast Guard to hold off on proceeding with a proposed rule mandating the use of electronic card readers to access vessels and port facilities, until the card readers are thoroughly reviewed and tested.

“The Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program has been plagued with inefficiencies, which place increasing burdens on our maritime industry. Replacing trained security guards with card readers that have not been properly evaluated does not improve port safety. It is my hope that a thorough assessment of the TWIC program can accommodate affected stakeholders at all levels,” Hanabusa said.

Report from the office of Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa, D-HI