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The TWIC: What Is It, Who Needs It, and How Can I Get It |
April 21, 2008
Previously published on March 13, 2008
The Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) is a new security measure established by Congress through the Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) to ensure that individuals who pose a threat do not gain unescorted access to secure areas of the nation's maritime transportation system. The TWIC is a tamper-resistant "smart card" containing an individual's biometric (fingerprint) template to allow for a positive link between the card itself and the individual.
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