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Dear Colleagues, I have been getting many calls about the removal of footwear at checkpoints for persons with disabilities and medical conditions. People with Disabilities, those with prosthetic devices, and those with medical conditions DO NOT have to remove their shoes during this heightened security level nor has this been the case during routine travel times. Transportation Security Officers (TSO) know this and should allow all persons with disabilities to keep their shoes on. Those who keep their shoes on will be subjected to additional screening that includes a visual/physical and explosive trace detection sampling of their footwear. Also, questions have been asked about gel wheelchair cushions and KY Jelly. Gel wheelchair cushions are allowed at this time. KY Jelly is allowed for medical purposes in a quantity of 4 ozs or less. I will ensure a message gets on our website regarding these allowances. I will also have them brought up in our next telecon with the field. Please do not hesitate to call me should you still need further information. Sandra Cammaroto
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