Bill would lock 9/11 security fees into new TSA-only trust fund
In committeeH.R. 7941Latest action
Sponsor: Nicholas A. Langworthy · Representative · NY
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Official title: Pay TSA Act of 2026
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
Introduced:
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The "Pay TSA Act of 2026" would dedicate all 9/11 Security Fee revenue to a new trust fund solely for TSA security operations.
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What does this do?
This bill stops the government from redirecting the airline passenger security fee to non-security uses and creates a "Transportation Security Trust Fund" reserved strictly for TSA staffing, screening, equipment, and security technology research. During a , TSA could still draw on this fund, prioritizing officer pay and staffing before spending on equipment or technology upgrades.
Who does it affect?
Airline passengers who pay the fee, TSA employees, and airports that could receive security equipment grants.
Why does it matter?
By walling off the fee from other government spending, the bill aims to make TSA funding more predictable, particularly during congressional budget standoffs that cause funding lapses.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- Uses existing passenger security fee
- No new fee amount created
- Funds TSA pay and equipment only
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 16, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Mar 17, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.