Bennie Thompson: “I am happy to rise in support of the amendment offered by the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Kim). Federal air marshals…”

“I am happy to rise in support of the amendment offered by the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Kim). Federal air marshals are an essential component of the layered aviation security system that was created in the wake of the September 11 attacks. Every day, these quiet heroes keep the flying public safe. As Representative Kim's amendment recognizes, there are some major personnel changes within FAMS that need timely attention. I commend the gentleman from New Jersey for introducing this amendment to direct TSA to aggressively take on the mental health and morale challenges within this subset of the TSA workforce. Again, I compliment the gentleman for his amendment and urge support.”