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The much-maligned rules have been in place since 2006. Here’s what we know about the updated policy so far. Fliers may have been annoyed earlier this year with the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) implementation of the new Real ID requirements,
Meanwhile, airport security experts would like to know with more certainty what led the TSA to determine that removing shoes is no longer necessary.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced July 8 that the Transportation Security Administration has eliminated its “shoes-off” policy, meaning the extra step of taking off your shoes will no longer be required at TSA-operated airports.
Air travelers across the U.S. are keeping their shoes on as they move through TSA, reversing its policy requiring many people to remove their footwear and run them through scanners.
The TSA is now allowing travelers to wear shoes through airport security, ending a rule in place since 2006. Here's what to know in Michigan.
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Don't let this possible change trip you up. Here are some common rules you'll want to remember as you get through security at airports.