The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) wants to Update the way it Stores and Uses Biometric Data from PreCheck Applicants.
In a Notice posted to the Federal Register on Jan. 15th 2026, the Agency said it is considering introducing a Mobile Biometric ID for PreCheck Users, and will Expand its Biometric Information Sharing with other Sections of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Under the proposed Changes, TSA will Share Fingerprints with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to Speed-Up Global Entry Enrollment. It's part of the Push by DHS to Create a more Unified Single Experience for Trusted Traveler Enrollees.
The Agency will also Expand its Biometric Screening capabilities, which it says will Lead to Faster Processing at TSA.
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The Proposed Changes would also Allow Biometric Data to be used for Continuous Vetting of Trusted Traveler Applicants for Criminal and Security Risks, rather than a One-Time Screening during the Application Process.
Since the Proposed Changes affect Only TSA PreCheck Applicants, Participation in the more Biometric-Heavy Screening is seen as Voluntary.
The TSA is Accepting Public Comments on the Proposed Changes through March 16th.
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