House Concurrent Resolution No. 81, introduced by Representative Crews, calls on the United States Congress to consider transferring airport security responsibilities from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to alternative models, such as delegating these duties to trained airline personnel. The resolution emphasizes the importance of secure and efficient travel as a fundamental right for U.S. citizens and highlights growing public dissatisfaction with current TSA practices, which are perceived as lengthy and intrusive. It points to concerns about the effectiveness of TSA security measures and suggests that other countries, like Israel, have successfully implemented less invasive security approaches that maintain high safety standards.

The resolution advocates for exploring the potential benefits of having airline employees conduct security screenings, leveraging their familiarity with airport operations to improve efficiency and enhance the overall travel experience. By doing so, it aims to restore confidence in air travel while ensuring that safety remains a top priority. The Louisiana Legislature intends to transmit this resolution to the appropriate congressional leaders and members of the Louisiana congressional delegation to prompt further discussion on this matter.