Federal Register #2026-14855

TSA Requests Public Comment on Extension of TSO Medical Questionnaire Information Collection

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is requesting public comment on the extension of an existing information collection for Transportation Security Officer (TSO) medical qualifications. - Government Buyer: - Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Department of Homeland Security - Purpose: - Extension of OMB-approved information collection (OMB control number 1652-0032) - Collects medical and physical qualification information from TSO candidates and licensed health practitioners - Process: - Utilizes an online Security Officer Medical Questionnaire (SOMQ) - Includes a paper-based TSO Medical Clearance Form - Forms assess medical history, physical abilities, and fitness for duty - Volume: - Estimated 18,000 respondents annually - Total annual burden estimated at 43,200 hours - Notable Requirements: - Ensures TSO candidates meet medical and physical standards as required by federal law (49 U.S.C. 44935) - No OEMs, vendors, products, or part numbers are involved; this is not a procurement opportunity but a request for public comment.

Description

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is seeking public comment on the extension of an existing information collection request involving the Transportation Security Officer Medical Questionnaire. This collection gathers medical information from candidates and licensed health practitioners to ensure candidates meet medical qualifications for the Transportation Security Officer position. The process includes an online questionnaire and a medical clearance form completed by licensed physicians. The estimated annual respondents are approximately 18,000 with a total annual burden of 43,200 hours.

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