Number: RL32541
Title: Aviation Security-Related Findings and Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission
Authors: Bart Elias, Resources, Science, and Industry Division 
Abstract: The Intelligence Authorization Act for FY2003 (P.L. 107-306; 116 Stat. 2383) established the National Commission on Terrorists Attacks Upon the United States (the 9/11 Commission). The bipartisan 9/11 Commission was charged with the responsibilities of examining and reporting on the facts and causes of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and presenting its findings, conclusions, and recommendations for corrective measures to prevent future acts of terrorism to the President and the Congress. The 9/11 Commission concluded its investigation and released its final report on July 22, 2004. This CRS report discusses the 9/11 Commissions findings and recommendations pertaining to aviation security.
Pages: 17
Date: March 30, 2005