CHICAGO, IL – U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) joined Representative Danny Davis (D-IL) and U.S. Customs Commissioner Raymond Kelly at O'Hare Airport to unveil a new X-ray machine to be used as an alternative to intrusive searches. The BodySearch system uses advanced technology to detect and reveal any objects carried under clothing.

 The Representatives also received a tour of the U.S. Customs facilities at O'Hare and an overview of the recently updated passenger procedures.  The new procedures include increased supervisory oversight, policy and cultural training, legal counsel and passenger assistance.

 "Some passengers at O'Hare have suffered the indignity of strip searches and experienced the fear of detentions for very questionable reasons.  I am hopeful that those days are behind us and that we can show the world that Chicago is a city that welcomes its visitors," Schakowsky said.

 "I applaud Representative Danny Davis for his leadership on this issue and thank Commissioner Kelly for his efforts. We are showing that we can protect passenger safety and treat people with the respect they deserve.  I believe that what we have today is a good start and an important step in that direction," Schakowsky said.