TSA Renewal of Federal Air Marshal Health Certification Forms
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Keeps in place TSA's collection of physical and mental health information from Federal Air Marshal applicants and current Federal Air Marshals. The forms help TSA decide whether a person can safely perform the demanding law enforcement duties of the role. Applicants and incumbents may need healthcare providers to complete physical health forms, and applicants must complete a mental health certification form. TSA is asking for public comments on the paperwork burden and usefulness of the forms by July 6, 2026; the notice does not create a new medical standard.
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Key Changes
- TSA plans to renew approval for an existing information collection tied to Federal Air Marshal medical fitness reviews.
- Federal Air Marshal applicants and current employees may continue to use physical health forms completed by healthcare providers.
- Federal Air Marshal applicants must continue to complete a mental health certification form, and public comments are due by July 6, 2026.
Obligations
What this law requires
Federal Air Marshal applicants and incumbent Federal Air Marshals must meet TSA-established physical and mental health standards for the position.
Incumbent Federal Air Marshals must undergo medical examinations every 2 years while serving in a Federal Air Marshal position.
When TSA identifies relevant medical conditions during pre-employment or periodic examinations, the applicant or incumbent Federal Air Marshal may be required to provide a completed Practical Exercise Performance Requirements form or Treating Physician Status Report signed by a healthcare provider.
Federal Air Marshal applicants must complete the Mental Health Certification form as part of the psychological assessment regarding their mental health history.
Applicants and incumbent Federal Air Marshals submitting required medical forms must send the forms directly to the FAM Service Medical Programs Section by fax, mail, or in person for initial screening.