S-343 : Still Just a Bill


Fly Safe Canine COVID Detection Act of 2021

This bill requires the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to conduct a feasibility study on the use of canine units to detect the presence of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) in individuals with the virus.

The TSA must also determine (1) whether the canine units can be used at airports to screen passengers, individuals accompanying passengers, crew members, and other individuals passing through airports and airport screening locations; and (2) how the screening would be implemented and what metrics would be used to monitor the efficacy of the screening.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-02-22IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.Senate
2021-02-22IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Rick Scott [R] (FL)
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Policy Area :

Transportation and Public Works
Related Subjects
  • Aviation and airports
  • Cardiovascular and respiratory health
  • Congressional oversight
  • Emergency medical services and trauma care
  • Government studies and investigations
  • Infectious and parasitic diseases
  • Mammals
  • Medical tests and diagnostic methods
  • Service animals
  • Transportation employees
  • Transportation safety and security
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